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SMELL OF MARIJUANA PROVIDES PROBABLE CAUSE TO ARREST, MARYLAND COURT SAYS

Even though possession of less than 10 grams of marijuana is not a crime in Maryland, police officers have probable cause to arrest for marijuana possession if they smell the drug on a person, Maryland’s intermediate appellate court has ruled.

ASSAULT ON A POLICE OFFICER

After an altercation at the beach, a woman was recently charged with assault on a police officer. Two Baltimore County men were arrested following an assault on police officer, according to police reports.

MARYLAND ASSAULT CHARGES

Assault charges are an everyday occurrence. A Harford County, Maryland man, the father of a high school wrestler was arrested and charged recently for allegedly assaulting his son after the boy didn't make weight for a wrestling tournament, according to court records.

MARYLAND DRUG CHARGES - MARIJUANA POSSESSION

Maryland made a big change in its marijuana possession laws in 2014. Being found in possession of small amounts was decriminalized.

Defense Attorney's Commandments

Defense Attorney's Commandments

Can I Afford an Attorney?

Can I Afford an Attorney?

Restraining Orders in South Carolina (and how to fight them)

Restraining Orders in South Carolina (and how to fight them)

Burden of Proof in Criminal Cases, Why You Should Know It, Care About It, and Cherish It

Burden of Proof in Criminal Cases, Why You Should Know It, Care About It, and Cherish It

WHY ARRESTS MAY NOT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOW FATAL CAR ACCIDENTS

WHY ARRESTS MAY NOT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOW FATAL CAR ACCIDENTS

VICTIMS OF WRONGFUL INCARCERATION MAY RECEIVE COMPENSATION BASED ON FLORIDA ACT

VICTIMS OF WRONGFUL INCARCERATION MAY RECEIVE COMPENSATION BASED ON FLORIDA ACT

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