Posts Tagged ‘Criminal Law’
Police Officer Found Not Guilty of Criminal Charges
Baltimore criminal defense attorney, Andrew Alperstein successfully defends a Howard County police officer accused of negligent driving and assault. Andrew Alperstein was recently quoted in the Baltimore Sun in relation to his representation of a Howard County police officer charged with four counts of second-degree assault, one reckless driving count, and two counts of negligent…
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 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 MoreCriminal Law: Expunging Criminal Records in Maryland
How to Qualify for Expungement of Criminal Records Sometimes, the past comes back to haunt people. It can be both extremely frustrating and discouraging when public records become an obstacle to employment, finance, and other opportunities. Expunging criminal records in Maryland is an opportunity to remove past arrest and conviction records. Arrest and conviction records…
Read MoreMaryland Criminal Law: What Increases the Severity of Drug Crimes in Maryland?
Drug laws in Maryland include several factors that may increase the severity of both the crime and the punishment.
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