Facing a charge in the criminal justice system can be disheartening, especially when you start to consider your options for a defense strategy. Typically, it’s best to have someone on your side who can help you explore the options and determine which is best for you....
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Month: November 2023
Maryland no longer allows spousal defense for rape
On Behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Nov 16, 2023 | Domestic Violence
It used to be that there was no such crime as spousal or marital rape. That has changed, state by state, over the years. Now most states recognize that a person can be raped by their spouse. Maryland was one of the few holdouts. Our state allowed a “spousal defense”...
What are some frequent parole violations?
On Behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Nov 9, 2023 | Parole & Probation
When someone gets released on parole, they are given a set of instructions that they need to follow. If they do not, this is a violation of the conditions of their parole and can have legal consequences. They may have to return to prison, so this can have a severe...
Can you drive drunk in an emergency?
On Behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Nov 2, 2023 | Drunk Driving
It is illegal to operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or other substances. However, people will sometimes argue that they needed to drive because it was an emergency and they had no other choice. They know that they violated the law, but they...