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Types of Crimes Our Maryland Criminal Lawyers Handle
What types of charges can a Maryland criminal defense lawyer represent? Our Maryland criminal defense attorneys defend against all types of criminal and traffic charges. This includes all forms of misdemeanors and felonies. Some of the most common criminal charges a defense lawyer will defend include DUI, drug charges, sexual assault, and more.
DUI/DWI
Maryland has both DWI (driving while impaired) and DUI (driving under the influence) charges. In either case, it is illegal to drive with alcohol in your system if it will impair your ability to drive. DWI charges cover drivers with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .07% or higher, while DUI charges cover drivers with a BAC of .08% or higher.
Drug Charges
Simple drug possession involves possession of drugs for your own personal use. Charges for drug dealing, drug trafficking, drug manufacturing, and possession with the intent to deliver are often far more severe.
Assault
The crime of assault occurs when someone causes another person injury. These charges can be misdemeanors or felonies with various penalties based on how the crime was committed, whether a weapon was used, who the victim was (e.g., assault on a police officer), and how serious the injuries were.
Theft
Theft charges can be separated into various levels of crime based on the value of what was stolen or what type of object it was. Theft can involve directly stealing from a person, stealing unattended property, or stealing from a person’s presence.
Robbery
If theft involves force or violence, it is usually charged as robbery instead. This is a more serious offense, as it is often considered a violent crime instead of a property crime.
Burglary
Burglary does not have to involve theft. Instead, burglary includes the crime of breaking and entering and other issues involving trespassing with the intent to commit a crime.
Rape & Sexual Offenses
Theft charges can be separated into various levels of crime based on the value of what was stolen or what type of object it was. Theft can involve directly stealing from a person, stealing unattended property, or stealing from a person’s presence.
Murder
If you are accused of killing someone else, your case is very serious. Call an attorney immediately for help with homicide charges, manslaughter charges, or other murder charges.