Even though ending your marriage may be the right decision for you and everyone else in your family, divorce can take a significant toll on anyone's mental health. In fact, according to Psychology Today, divorce tends to be about as hard on a person as the death of a...
Month: October 2022
Can you beat an experienced detective?
If someone in law enforcement suspects you may have some involvement in a criminal matter, you are likely to find yourself in an interrogation room eventually. Even if you are good at answering questions, getting through a custodial interrogation can be virtually...
Felony Sex Crimes in Maryland Defined
What is a sex crime? Sex crimes typically involve some form of sexual contact or sexual activity. The victim did not agree to engaging in the act in question. The perpetrator may have acted alone or with the assistance of other individuals. What is a felony sex crime?...
Revenge Porn in Maryland Explained
What is revenge porn? Revenge porn is the creation, dissemination or ownership of pornographic materials that depict a former associate or romantic partner engaging in sexual activity. The materials may have been recorded with or without the subject’s consent. It is...
Young Couples and Divorce in Maryland
Some people may choose to get married before they’re really ready to enter into a long-term relationship. They may think that they’ve found “the one,” are trying to rebel against their parents or may feel a need to enter into marriage due to pregnancy or other...
How to Expedite a Divorce in Maryland
How long does it take to get divorced in Maryland? Every divorce case is different. Some divorces may be granted after a few weeks or months. Other cases may not be settled until a year or more has passed. The type of divorce that is requested, the reason (also known...
What not to compromise on in a parenting plan
Even after the court determines a child custody assignment as part of your divorce case, there is still one big matter for you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse to finalize. You need to create a parenting plan that gives both the primary and nonprimary custodians a fair...
What Makes A Divorce No-Fault?
Many people forget that going through a divorce is a legal process that can sometimes have legal complexities involved. For example, what is a no-fault divorce? What does that mean for people legally speaking? What makes a divorce no-fault in the first place? Grounds...
How Should I Prepare For A Preliminary Hearing?
Going into a preliminary hearing can feel like a chaotic and difficult period in your life. You may not even know where to start when it comes to preparing for one. The first step is understanding the basics of a preliminary hearing. From there, the rest of the...
Registrable Child Sex Offenses in Maryland Explained
What is a registrable child sex offense? A registrable child sex offense is a crime that may necessitate a person’s information to be provided for the state sex offender database. Sentencing guidelines will typically determine whether or not an offender will be...