Marriage might introduce a union unlike any you have ever experienced before. Knowing that you have a relationship with someone you care deeply about and who has your best interest as a top priority can bring indescribable fulfillment. Entering a marriage with...
Month: April 2022
What issues should you consider for divorce?
Unhappily married couples may try everything possible to save their relationship before divorcing. No matter if they work through their obstacles or dissolve their marriage, they must consider certain facts. CNBC breaks down vital issues to think about before ending a...
When does your right to legal counsel kick in?
If the police have arrested you or want to question you in connection to some criminal investigation, it is perfectly normal to feel anxious. After all, depending on the severity of the crime, you may be in danger of losing your freedom, paying a steep fine or both....
Can police search your car at the impound lot?
At one time or another, many Maryland drivers have had to deal with the inconvenience of a traffic stop. In most cases, these stops are brief, with drivers going about their days after receiving citations or warnings. Sometimes, though, traffic stops lead to arrests....
How to share custody with an ex you have difficulty being around
Sharing custody with an ex is rarely easy, but when you extremely dislike your ex, or the two of you do not get along at all, it can be quite challenging. The key to co-parenting successfully with someone you do not like is to always put the children first. There are...
Will a conviction impair your job search?
As you anticipate your release from a Maryland prison, you might wonder whether or not you will be able to get a job. Your decision to participate in prison-sponsored resources might improve your marketability even while still incarcerated. When you know some of the...
Bail considerations in Maryland
After an arrest, the defendant makes an appearance in front of a judicial officer shortly after the arrest. During this hearing, the judge reviews the charges with the defendant, advises a person facing a felony charge of the right to a preliminary hearing, assigns...
Understanding the Miranda rights
Anyone who has watched a show featuring law enforcement has heard the statement recited to the suspect during the arrest. This statement is the Miranda warning, and any police officer arresting a suspect must read these rights. The two main rights associated with this...
Child Pornography and Arrests
Child Pornography and Arrests Child pornography is defined as any material that depicts minors involved in sexually explicit conduct. This type of crime has been taken much more seriously by state and federal courts in recent years. The penalties have also become...
Ponzi Schemes: A Comprehensive Overview
Has anyone ever offered you a strangely vague investment opportunity promising high short-term earnings? There is a chance it could have been a Ponzi scheme--a form of investment fraud that pays return investments using money from newer investors. Though enticing in...