In Maryland, if you’re incarcerated you will be granted credit for days that reduces the period of incarceration. The credits are called Diminution Credits. It is important to know the difference between the legnth of sentence and an incarceration period/term of confinement,
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When you refuse to take a test to determine your blood alcohol or drug concentration, or take a test and fail it, the police officer will confiscate your driver’s license (Maryland drivers only), issue a paper temporary license and prepare a case
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Understanding the difference between a suspended license and a revoked license is important if you find yourself in trouble for certain types of traffic violations. The more severe your violation, the more severe the penalties can be. A suspended license is not
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Being Falsely Accused of Domestic Violence Doesn’t Mean You’re Going to Jail However, being falsely accused of domestic violence is a stressful event—one that requires support, the truth, and the help of an experienced domestic violence lawyer. Being falsely accused of domestic
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Division of CorrectionIf a defendant is ordered to serve a sentence that is greated than 12 months imposed and executed, a judge may commit the defendant to the Division of Correction. Local Detention CenterWhen a defendant’s sentence is not greater than 18
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When a defendant is convicted of a crime, either by trial or plea, the next phase of the crimianl procedure process is Sentencing. In Maryland, for most offenses, the law gives the trial judge the authority to impose a sentence up to
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What happens to a case that placed on the Stet Docket? What is the “Stet docket” in Maryland? What does the word “stet” even mean? These are questions defense attorneys hear often from clients in regards to their criminal or traffic cases.
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In Maryland, the penalties for driving under the influence (DUI) depend on the circumstances of the offense and the individual’s prior record. A first-time DUI offense can result in the following penalties: Up to one year in jail Fines of up to
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In Maryland, charges can be merged at sentencing if they arise from the same act or transaction, or if they are based on the same conduct or criminal episode. This means that if a defendant is convicted of multiple crimes that are
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