Maryland Legal Blog

Prosecutors from across the nation are urging Congress to take action against the growing use of artificial intelligence in child exploitation. They are pushing for stronger laws to protect children from the harmful impact of AI technology, which could mean more...
Maryland law distinguishes between different degrees of sexual assault based on the severity. Understanding these degrees is essential to grasp the legal implications of such actions. Conviction for these offenses can result in significant prison time, fines and sex...
According to the U.S. Census, 7.1 million grandparents live with their minor grandchildren. The role of grandparents is very important in many families. But when parents divorce or there is a relationship breakdown between parents and grandparents, it can impact the...
A Maryland traffic stop can be a nerve-wracking experience. In the United States, the Fourth Amendment of the Constitution protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures. Understanding when law enforcement can and cannot search your car during a traffic...
Earlier this month, JC Law’s very own James E. Crawford, Jr. had the pleasure of featuring on episode 26 of The Lawyer Millionaire, presented by Wurz Financial Services. Today, we’re excited to announce that the episode is now available for streaming on Apple...
According to Statista, in the first quarter of 2023, there were 286 million vehicles on the road in America. No matter what car you drive or where you typically go, getting pulled over by the police can be a nerve-wracking experience. However, it is important to...
A recent article published by USA Facts reported that at least 25,000 untested rape kits sat in law enforcement agencies awaiting processing in 2022. Due to this backlog, many alleged victims have begun using commercial rape kits to collect evidence on their own...
The rules and guidelines for divorce in Maryland are about to change in a big way this fall. Earlier this year, the Maryland General Assembly passed legislation that will remove limited divorce as an option and bring additional changes to residency requirements and...
As you dissolve your marriage, you will undoubtedly face a variety of challenges. Before the divorce, you had to work as a team in all areas of life, including filing your taxes. How do you know how to determine your filing status? Arming yourself with knowledge about...
If you’ve kept up with the news as of late, especially in the sports world, there’s a good chance you’re familiar with the legal battle playing out between former NFL Offensive Lineman Michael Oher and the Tuohy family, the subjects of the hit 2009 sports drama, The...