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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