FrizWoods Blog — Page #22
STET Docket Maryland - Maryland Criminal Cases placed on the STET Docket
August 30, 2022
> Quick answer (47 words): A STET is an agreed, indefinite pause of prosecution. The case goes inactive while you complete conditions. If you comply, the State may drops charges later as a part of the agreement. A STET is not a conviction and is often expungeable after [...]
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CDL DUI Maryland - Commercial Driver's Licenses & DUI/DWI
August 23, 2022
Maryland imposes serious penalties on commercial drivers who are convicted of driving under the influence (DUI). Commercial driver's license (CDL) holders must abide by strict federal regulations due to the nature of their vehicles. Part of these regulations hold commercial drivers to a higher standard than non-commercial drivers [...]
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Ignition Interlock Violations in Maryland
August 14, 2022
If you've been ordered to have an ignition interlock device installed on your vehicle, you must abide by the order. Unfortunately, some people behave as if the use of a court-ordered ignition interlock device is optional or merely a suggestion. This isn't the case, however, and failing to [...]
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Everything you need to know about Sex Offenses, Rape and Age of Consent in Maryland.
July 13, 2022
The state of Maryland defines several types of sex crimes, each of which carries serious penalties. And although such laws are necessary to prevent sexual crimes, unfortunately, innocent people sometimes find themselves facing sex crime charges. From regret regarding a sexual encounter, to revenge for some perceived slight, [...]
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Maryland DUI Checkpoints Explained
June 23, 2022
No one-whether they are under the influence or not-enjoys being stopped at a DUI checkpoint. DUI checkpoints can be intimidating, and many people are confused when it comes to the legality of these kinds of investigatory stops. Should you ever find yourself stopped at a DUI checkpoint, it's [...]
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Maryland Ghost Gun Lawyer - New Ghost Gun Laws explained
June 17, 2022
Maryland recently passed a new set of Ghost Gun Laws that have taken effect as of June 1, 2022. There are new penalties for receiving, selling, exchanging, or transferring what are commonly referred to as "ghost guns", which have taken effect as of June 1, 2022. While this may [...]
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Everything you need to know about Maryland Bail Review Hearings
June 1, 2022
<center><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/HMOKMARZ1uk" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></center> Maryland bail reviews can be confusing, and often occur within a day of charges being brought. This can leave a person ill prepared for their bail review hearing, which is often handled by [...]
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Going to Court for a Maryland Shoplifting Case.
May 24, 2022
If you or someone you love has been charged with shoplifting charges in Maryland, you may be wondering what to expect from Court. This article will provide some basics about shoplifting charges, how best to prepare for Court, and what type of evidence the State of Maryland typically presents [...]
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DUI Jury Trial in Maryland. Should you take your DUI to a jury?
May 19, 2022
If you've been charged with a first, second, third, or forth <a href="/dui-vs-dwi">DUI in Maryland</a>, you may be considering a jury trial. Our DUI defense lawyers in Maryland weigh this decision with clients every day. This article is designed to take you through our attorney's thought processes when [...]
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Preliminary Hearings in Maryland, What is a preliminary hearing?
May 13, 2022
This article will address what a Preliminary hearing is, and the legal significance of having one. A preliminary hearing is not a trial date; however, it is a crucial hearing to attend and have an attorney for. Preliminary hearings are an important part of a criminal case in Maryland. [...]
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