There are many situations in which people are tempted to share their medications. Often, they have very good intentions, and they’re just trying to help someone else, likely a person that they care about – a family member, a close friend, a roommate or someone else....
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Why do people drink when they’re underage?
On Behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Jan 16, 2024 | Drug Charges
Underage drinking can certainly be an issue for many people, leading to potential criminal charges at such a young age. Teenagers can get arrested for possessing alcohol or consuming it, for example. Some of them get pulled over for underage drunk driving violations,...
What you should know about Maryland’s “Good Samaritan” law
On Behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Jan 1, 2024 | Drug Charges
One of the reasons that so many drug overdoses are fatal is that too often people don’t get the lifesaving care they need in time. That’s in part because those who are using drugs with someone who overdoses are often afraid to call 911 or go to an emergency room...
How a successful motion to suppress can impact your criminal case
On Behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Sep 26, 2023 | Drug Charges
A motion to suppress is a legal request made by the defense in a criminal case to exclude certain evidence from being used against them in court. In other words, the motion seeks to prevent the prosecution from using the affected evidence during a trial. Common...
Do you understand your Miranda rights?
On Behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Jun 7, 2023 | Drug Charges
Miranda rights, also known as Miranda warnings, play a critical role in the U.S. criminal justice system. Stemming from the landmark 1966 Supreme Court case Miranda v. Arizona, these rights are designed to protect individuals from self-incrimination during custodial...
Penalties for first-time drug possession charges in Maryland
On Behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | May 17, 2023 | Drug Charges
Like most other states, Maryland treats drug offenses seriously and having them in your possession can leave you facing a harsh penalty. This can be a very worrying position to be in, especially if you’ve never had any interaction with the police or the legal system...
What exactly is possession of drug paraphernalia in Maryland?
On Behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Apr 21, 2023 | Drug Charges
Facing drug-related charges is a big deal. Depending on the nature of the circumstances, you can be arraigned at the state or federal court. And a conviction can have far-reaching personal and legal complications. One of the drug-related offenses you can be charged...
Can drug court or diversion program involvement help your case?
On Behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Feb 25, 2023 | Drug Charges
Drug crimes like selling (distributing) cocaine and other controlled substances are heavily prosecuted in Maryland. Upon conviction, defendants can face up to 20 years in prison, depending on the type and amount of the illegal substance. Avoiding a conviction is the...
Understanding Maryland drug possession charges
On Behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Dec 30, 2022 | Drug Charges
If you or a loved one has been arrested on drug possession charges in Maryland, it’s important to understand the ins and outs of the state’s drug possession laws. You might, understandably, think that drug possession is a straightforward charge. However, the...
When can and should you invoke your right to a jury trial?
On Behalf of Law Offices of Elling & Elling | Dec 16, 2022 | Drug Charges
You don’t often hear people talk about the Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. However, that’s the one that addresses jury trials. Specifically, it says, "In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial by an...