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Message from the Founder
By: Arthur Alperstein I am very proud to announce that we have added a new member to the Alperstein and Diener team. As of June 2nd Alexander “Sandy” Steeves is a full-time attorney working on criminal and domestic matters. I have known Sandy since his days as a clerk for Baltimore County Circuit Court Judge Mickey…
Read MoreNew Marijuana Legislation in Maryland
New Marijuana Legislation: On Monday, April 14th, Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley signed Senate Bill 364 which decriminalized possession of small amounts of Marijuana. The legislation will go into effect on October 1st, 2014. What it means: Decriminalization is not the same as legalization, and it is not true that marijuana will be legal in Maryland. What is true…
Read MoreAlperstein Law supports Baltimore Child Abuse Center through Be a Hero event
The Baltimore Child Abuse Center recently hosted the “Be a Hero” event to promote awareness about child abuse and to engage the community with ways to prevent and respond to child abuse. The event honored members of the Baltimore community who have demonstrated a commitment to keeping children safe from sexual abuse. Alperstein & Diener is has…
Read MoreThings to Consider When Hiring an Attorney
The Baltimore criminal defense lawyers at Alperstein & Diener explain some of the advantages to consider when hiring a criminal defense attorney. Being accused of a crime can be scary and confusing. People often do not know the best way to proceed or whether to hire a lawyer. Sorting out criminal charges without the help…
Read MoreDrug Crime Penalties in Maryland
What are the penalties for drug crimes? Baltimore criminal defense lawyers explain some of Maryland’s Drug Crime Laws. Maryland’s drug charges and penalties are outlined in Sections § 5-601 through § 5-610 of Maryland Criminal Law. The first factor affecting drug crime penalties in Maryland is the nature of the crime committed. An alleged offender…
Read MorePenalties for Drunk Driving in Maryland
The penalties for drunk driving are largely dependent on the charge being brought against the driver. In Maryland, an intoxicated driver can be charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driving While Impaired (DWI).
Read More"Don’t Hold Your Breath?": Failure to Take Breathalyzer in Maryland
Failure to take breathalyzer in Maryland can result in serious penalties. A commonly held misconception in drinking and driving cases is that refusing the breath test will result in a not guilty verdict. However, refusing to submit to a breathalyzer often results in greater consequences than taking the test.
Read MoreDefendant Werdesheim Granted PBJ
Alperstein & Diener criminal defense attorney, Andrew Alperstein, defended Eliyahu Werdesheim in a hearing on December 17th, 2013. Eliyahu Werdesheim was convicted of wrongful imprisonment and assault in May 2012. He received a three-year suspended sentence and three years of probation when he was sentenced in 2012. During the hearing on December 17th, the judge granted the…
Read MoreMaryland Juvenile Defense Law
What are the differences between juvenile and criminal law? Juvenile law refers to any traditional criminal charge brought against a minor. The criminal justice system for adults and juveniles differs in many ways. The main difference between Maryland juvenile law and Maryland criminal law is the overarching objective. The goal of juvenile law is to…
Read MoreAlperstein and Diener Salutes our American Servicemembers, Past and Present, on Veterans Day
The firm expresses thanks for the dedication and sacrifice of all members of the armed services and the Department of Defense, especially on this Veterans Day holiday. A Brief History of Veterans Day November 11th, 1918 marked the cessation of hostilities in World War I, and though the war did not officially end until the…
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