Prior to joining Scrofano Law PC, Ms. Gnocchi was a solo practitioner who specialized in criminal and DUI defense for 14 years. Prior to that Mr. Gnocchi worked at a law firm in Maryland and began his career as an Assistant States Attorney in Baltimore City. During his time as a solo practitioner, he represented thousands of individuals charged with crimes in Maryland and the District of Columbia in a variety of offenses ranging from traffic offenses to serious violent felonies. In 2023, he joined Scrofano Law PC as a Trial Attorney and started the firm’s Maryland Practice. He is licensed to practice in the District of Columbia and Maryland. He is an active member of the Montgomery County Bar Association, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the National College for DUI Defense as well as the DUI Defense Lawyer’s Association. Mr. Gnocchi is a native Spanish speaker and fluent in both English and Spanish and has over 20 years experience in criminal law.

Baltimore Criminal Defense Law Firm If you face criminal charges, an experienced and respected defense lawyer can help protect your rights, evaluate possible defenses, negotiate preferential plea bargains and use every facet of the law in your defense. At the Law Offices of Charles L. Waechter, Attorney at Law, I have more than 30 years of experience defending people accused of all types of criminal charges, ranging from DWI and DUI to sex offenses and murder. I'm known as an aggressive and hard-hitting defense lawyer who will fight hard to keep your record as clean as possible and to minimize the effect of an arrest on your life. With offices in Baltimore, Annapolis, Ocean City and Bel Air, I offer four convenient locations for people who are charged with crimes in Maryland. No matter what kind of charges you face, I offer free initial consultation by phone or in one of my offices. If you are incarcerated, I can also meet with you in jail. A Serious Lawyer for Serious Charges I have the experience and knowledge to defend you against the most serious criminal charges such as Federal and State internet child pornography, sex offenses, DUI and DWI, drug offenses, solicitation and prostitution, assault and battery, and general traffic tickets, which can have a devastating effect on your life. I will review the documents charging you with a crime, investigate the circumstances of your arrest and determine if any evidence should be suppressed. For example, if the police violated your Fourth Amendment constitutional rights against unreasonable search and seizure, I will seek to have the charges dismissed. Lawyer.com Member Questionnaire Please describe a case(s) in the last year or two where you made a big difference. I represented a Defendant charged with Sexual Abuse of a Minor in Harford County, Maryland. The allegations involved sexual contact by a grandfather on his grand-daughter. After four days of trial in the Circuit Court for Harford County, the Defendant was found not guilty on the sexual abuse charges. I also represented a Defendant in Baltimore County this year, who was charged with distribution of child pornography, and the Court agreed with me that probation was the appropriate sentence and not active incarceration, which was sought by the State's Attorney. How did you build a successful practice? I built a successful criminal defense practice based upon hard work and surrounding myself with an extremely competent staff, including lawyers and paralegals. What should clients look for in a lawyer? I have always suggested that clients should look for a well experienced criminal defense lawyer who is competent and compassionate. How important is local knowledge to the success of your cases? It is absolutely important that a lawyer be completely familiar with the prosecutor assigned to his or her case and, more importantly, to know how and individual judge will rule on a particular Defendant's case. Building relationships with both prosecutors and judges certainly gives more credibility to the lawyer which will ultimately benefit his or her client. What information can you provide in a free phone consultation? During a free phone consultation, I generally review the client's charges which I am able to obtain from the Maryland Judiciary Case Search website. I review those charges with the client and ask that the client provide me with a copy of the original statement of charges. I also ask that the potential client provide me with his prior criminal history or serious traffic history. Thereafter, I generally request that the client make an appointment to meet with me in person to discuss the matter in detail. What information do you need in a free phone consultation? During a free phone consultation, I generally review the client's charges which I am able to obtain from the Maryland Judiciary Case Search website. I review those charges with the client and ask that the client provide me with a copy of the original statement of charges. I also ask that the potential client provide me with his prior criminal history or serious traffic history. Thereafter, I generally request that the client make an appointment to meet with me in person to discuss the matter in detail. What differentiates you from other lawyers in your community? I have been a criminal defense attorney for over 30 years, handling cases in every jurisdiction in Maryland, as well as in the Federal District Court. Over those 30 years, I have built tremendous professional relationships with prosecutors and judges in all jurisdictions. While I represent clients charged in all criminal matters, my main focus is representing clients charged in sex offense matters and internet child pornography matters. What is the most rewarding aspect of your job? The most rewarding aspect of my job is the ability to help those individuals charged with any criminal offense. It is absolutely fulfilling when any client shows their appreciation for the hard work and interest that I take in each of their cases. What are your other interests in addition to law? In addition to practicing law, I enjoy skiing, exercising at the gym, and spending as much time as possible with my wife and children. Are you involved in your community? I am have been a Mason and active member of S.Gompers-B Franklin Lodge No. 45 and also a member of the Scottish Rite and Boomie Temple for over ten years. I have been an active member with the Elks Lodge-Towson for over fifteen. All of these organizations are charity organizations assisting members of our community.

**Helping Good People in Tough Situations Since 1992** My name is Jim Crawford. I founded the Law Office of James E. Crawford, Jr., & Associates -- JC Law -- back in 1992 to protect Maryland's most vulnerable against a biased legal system while helping them get their lives back. As our clients' legal needs have grown, the Firm has grown with them to provide the same level of legal expertise and guidance in every aspect of Maryland law. I and my Firm's team of family, criminal, & business lawyers understand that each case presents unique challenges and must be met with equally unique approaches. We commit to providing clients with: + An overall professional and positive experience; + Respect and compassion during often difficult times; + Experienced attorneys with a deep understanding of the judicial system and every aspect of Maryland law; and + Zealous legal representation to champion the client’s best interests in every situation. **Criminal Defense Against Maryland State & Federal Charges** For the past 28 years, I personally have defended people who have been charged with crimes in Baltimore, Catonsville, Annapolis, Bel Air and throughout every county and courtroom in Maryland. My trial experience is extensive. I am in court in front of judges and juries almost every day of my working life. Criminal defense is about more than knowing the law; it's also about understanding people. Judges, prosecutors, lawyers, police, and defendants all bring variables that can alter the outcome of a criminal case. At JC Law, our job is to stand next to you in your hour of need and help you get your life back. + Traffic & DUI Charges + Sex Crimes, including Rape & Sex Offenses + Child Pornography Investigations & Charges + Federal Charges, including Bribery, Fraud, Conspiracy, Embezzlement, Identity Theft, & Perjury + Domestic Assault & Violent Crimes, including Murder, Aggravated Assault, Abuse, Kidnapping, & Arson + Juvenile Offenses & College Misconduct, including Underage Drinking, Cyberbullying, Academic Misconduct, & Minor-related Sex Offenses + Drugs & Weapons Charges, including Armed Robbery & Weapon Possession at School + Court System Matters, including Warrants, Bail Hearings, Probation Violations, & Expungements If you are already charged or believe you are under investigation by a state agency such as the police or the federal government, it is extremely important that you retain the services of a highly qualified lawyer immediately. The quicker we have an understanding of the facts, the easier it is to push your case to resolution. **Domestic & Family Legal Services for Maryland Families** At JC Law, we help Maryland families form the best futures for themselves and their children through the legal system. We will stand with you through it all, doing whatever is necessary to make sure your case closes with a happy ending – and a bright new beginning. + General Divorce Services, including Prenuptial Agreements & Post-Divorce Modifications + Marital Settlement Agreements (MSAs) + Mediation Services + Men's Divorce Services, including Paternity & Father's Rights + Military Family Law, especially unique Divorce & Property Division requirements + Child-Related Services, including Custody, Visitation, & Child Support; Adoption; Grandparents' Rights; and Reproductive Technology + Alimony Negotiations + Protective & Peace Orders, both Emergency & Final + Contempt of Court **Business & Civil Litigation** JC Law helps our business & civil litigation clients keep their head in the game, not the courtroom. Our expert team of business & civil litigators defend your business when legal issues appear to sap your time, attention, and resources away from what truly matters: Your professional success and livelihood. + Business Services, including Corporate Transactions & Legal Guidance, Government Contracts, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Business Organization Creation + Civil Litigation, including the Defense of Professionals, Government Investigations, and Coronavirus Issues + Real Estate, including Property-Related Dispute Resolution, Leasing, Zoning & Permitting, Liens, and Settlements + Sports & Entertainment Law, including Contracts, Litigation & Disputes, Title IX & Title VII Issues, Arbitration & Mediation, and Public Relations **General Legal Services: Your Legal Champions, Always** I want my Firm to be your go-to legal resources whenever a legal issue arises. From immigration and bankruptcy to wills and worker's comp, we are always on your side. + Wills, Estates, & Trusts, including Estate Planning, POAs & Living Wills, Trust Administration, Estate Litigation, Elder Law, and Inheritance Disputes + Bankruptcy, including Personal Bankruptcy, Business Bankruptcy, Foreclosure, and Debt Consolidation + Personal Injury, including Vehicular & Driver Accidents, Medical Malpractice, Products Liability, and Swimming Pool Injuries + Worker's Compensation, including Appeals & Hearings, Death & Dependent Claims, Settlements & Compensation, Workplace Accidents, Pre-Existing Conditions, and Fraudulent Petitions Learn more about me and my team at JamesCrawfordLaw.com.

I have had the privilege of being in private law practice in Maryland for the last 19 years. I was a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Howard S. Chasanow, both on the Circuit Court for Prince George's County, as well as on the Maryland Court of Appeals. Since 1990, I have also enjoyed tutoring some of Maryland's finest and brightest attorneys for the Maryland Essay Exam; all whom have been successful. Specialties Maryland does not allow for publication of specialty areas for private practitioners. My private practice consists of a general practice, focusing on litigation in the areas of family law, juvenile and criminal law matters, contract law, representing business clients of various sizes, including area churches involving legal matters, employment law, bankruptcy law, and personal injury law.