Assaulting a police officer in Maryland is a serious criminal offense that comes with severe penalties. It is crucial for anyone facing such charges to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney, such as the attorneys at the Law Offices of McKenzie and Tehrani, to ensure their rights are protected and to navigate the complexities [...]
Landlords in Maryland have the right to sue tenants who fail to pay rent. However, before filing a lawsuit, landlords should take steps to communicate with their tenants and try to resolve the issue amicably. Here is what landlords should know before suing their tenants for non-payment of rent in Maryland. The first step [...]
Facing criminal charges in Maryland can be a daunting experience. Understanding the legal process and what to expect during a criminal trial can help alleviate some of the stress and anxiety that comes with being a defendant. This article offers a step-by-step guide for defendants to better understand the criminal trial process in Maryland. [...]
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 [...]
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. [...]
