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...
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Armed robbery suspects arrested, charged
Being accused of committing a crime where no one is physically harmed may not seem like a big deal. However, the judicial system considers these offenses just as seriously as any others. Crimes that involve the use of weapons, such as armed robbery, are not taken...
Know the purpose of restitution in some criminal matters
When you're facing a criminal charge for destroying or stealing someone's property, you might have several sentence components handed down upon a conviction. These may include incarceration or probation, fines, court costs and restitution. While most of these are...
You might be accused of credit card fraud if this happens
Many people don't carry cash these days. Instead, they opt to use a credit or debit card for all their transactions. This might lead to a question about whether they can allow someone else to use their card or not. While it isn't illegal to allow someone to use your...
Malicious destruction of property can lead to time in jail, fines
Respect for other people's belongings is a fundamental skill that's learned early in life. It is also something that is covered under Maryland law. It sets up specific penalties for vandalism, which is formally known as malicious destruction of property.The penalties...
Penalties and defense options for motor vehicle theft
Maryland Criminal Code Section 7-105 covers motor vehicle thefts. It sets the penalties for a conviction at up to five years in prison. If the vehicle is damaged or totaled, the law says that the defendant must pay the value of the car or the restoration cost to the...
Serious penalties exist for theft of a motor vehicle
Theft laws are meant to deter people from trying to take things that don't belong to them. For some offenses, such as those involving low value items, the penalties might not seem very serious. Once you start looking into the higher value items, such as vehicles, you...
Larceny charges vary based on several factors
Theft is a crime that is more common than what people may think. When it comes to this category of crimes, there are actually several forms of theft. One of these is larceny. This occurs when a person takes something from another person without the use of force. There...
Always return property promptly when you borrow it
When you borrow something from a friend or neighbor, you should be sure to return it to them. This is common courtesy. Failing to return something to its rightful owner can lead to criminal charges, but there are a few things that must be considered in these cases. It...
Intent is an important factor in theft cases
Borrowing things from a neighbor or friend isn't something that you might think will lead to issues down the road. But, what if you forget to return it? Most of the time, the person will remind you that you have their things; however, some might decide to take the...
