The upcoming holiday season means different things for different people, but it is still a time of celebration for many. Those celebrations often include the consumption of alcohol. What people need to watch out for is imbibing too much, getting behind the wheel of a...
While young adults are not the same as juvenile offenders, they may certainly make mistakes in their lives that they later regret. A 20-year-old woman was recently arrested here in North Carolina for alleged vandalism and other related crimes. Although she may be...
Maryland is one of many states that has relaxed laws around the usage of marijuana. Currently, marijuana for medical use is legal and the possession of small amounts is no longer a criminal act. However, the usage, distribution or possession of larger amounts is still...
Many people assume that because marijuana possession is legal in many parts of the country that having some is not a big deal. Unfortunately, in many places it is still against the law to grow or possess marijuana. In Maryland, certain people can use marijuana for...
Drug addiction is all too common in this country. Contrary to what some may think, it is not some moral failing, but a disease that can wreak havoc in multiple areas of a person’s life. Some people may even face arrest for drug crimes related to their addiction, and...
October is domestic violence awareness month here in Maryland. Happily, a change in legislation has just come into effect concerning how certain offenses related to domestic violence are categorized. Advocates hope this change will aid survivors as they seek justice...
While it is true that nonviolent crimes are treated differently than one involving violence, these offenses still need to be taken seriously. For those accused of crimes like theft or property damage, the punishments can still be quite severe, with the possibility of...
The recent arrest of a man here in Maryland for multiple offenses, including marijuana possession, may have a profound impact upon his life. Many people in this country have been arrested for various crimes relating to drug usage or distribution. However, just because...
People often fail to understand just how large of an impact an arrest and conviction can have on their lives. This remains true no matter what kind of crime is involved, though certain charges may have more of an effect on a specific type of person’s life. Take the...
Stealing is a very common crime here in Maryland and around the country. The reasons are varied, but the punishment often has the same result in that it can significantly impact a person’s life. This is true whether the person actually committed the offense or has...
