Have you been charged with solicitation of a prostitute? To understand this charge it’s important to understand how the terms in the statutes are defined. Despite these definitions, determining what is and isn’t prostitution and solicitation of prostitution can often be nebulous and vague, which is why it’s important to use the assistance of [...]
Maryland law defines child abuse as any physical or mental injury or sexual abuse to a child under the age of 18 by a parent, guardian, caregiver, or any other person who has permanent or temporary care or custody of the child. Child abuse can also include neglect or the failure to provide proper [...]
On January 7, 2023 in Memphis Tennessee while conducting a “traffic stop” police officers tased, pepper sprayed and brutally beat 29-year-old Tyre Nichols. He died three days after. The footage, which comes from a SkyCop camera and officers' body cameras is of graphic nature and almost unwatchable. Police can be heard yelling at Nichols [...]
In Maryland, there are several different types of murder charges that a person can face, each with its own set of penalties. The most serious charge is first-degree murder, which is defined as a premeditated, willful, and deliberate killing. This offense is punishable by life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. Second-degree murder is [...]
Child abuse is a misdemeanor crime in Maryland. The law prohibits parents, family members, and other adults in the home who have care or responsibility for a child, or any other person who has care or custody or responsibility for the supervision of a child from neglecting the child. Types of Child Abuse Crimes [...]
There is no doubt that driving is a necessity. We all commute to work, take our children to school and run errands every day but what happens if you are arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs? Unless you request a hearing with the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration and successfully argue against [...]
Maryland prosecutors can press motor vehicle theft charges when they allege a defendant takes a vehicle away from the lawful owner without their permission. Of course, Maryland motor vehicle theft covers the stereotypical “wake up and discover your car is missing from the driveway” or hijacking a vehicle as a getaway car in a dramatic police [...]
Although all criminal charges are a serious matter-there are very few taken more seriously than possession of child pornography. Those who possess child pornography not only face extremely harsh penalties for their actions, but the stigma that comes with being convicted of such a crime will follow them for the rest of their lives. [...]
While all sexual offenses in Maryland are violent crimes, rape is the most serious offense in this category. Rape occurs when a perpetrator uses force, or the threat of force, and engages in sexual conduct without the victim’s consent. In specific terms, there are two different categories of rape crimes in Maryland: Second Degree [...]
I recently had some time to sit down and chat with Attorney Joseph McKenzie and was told about a recent case he dealt with that I knew had to be published. Why? It's important to know who you're hiring when you are trying to win a case. The following are in his own words: [...]
