If you have been convicted of a crime, one of the penalties the court may impose on you is a probation sentence. Depending on the offense in question, probation can last a couple of months to several years. During your probation period, the court may require you to...
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Month: September 2022
Is your loved one leaving prison? Here’s how you can help
On Behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Sep 14, 2022 | Parole & Probation
Even after serving relatively short sentences, those just released from prison go through a sort of culture shock. For those who have served many years or decades behind bars, “hitting the bricks” after a long prison stint can be completely disorienting. The biggest...
Why did the police pull you over on suspicion of drunk driving?
On Behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Sep 12, 2022 | Drunk Driving
When the police pull you over on suspicion of drunk driving, they must have sufficient legal reasons to do so. Otherwise, the stop may be unlawful. The right against arbitrary searches by law enforcement is vested in the U.S. Constitution, and an illegal stop is a...
Can you argue self-defense in a domestic violence case?
On Behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Sep 1, 2022 | Domestic Violence
Maryland courts take domestic violence allegations extremely seriously. A conviction for domestic violence can lead to serious consequences – both legal and collateral – for the accused party. But what if you acted in self-defense? If you are charged with domestic...