Can The State Prove A Criminal Case Without Any Evidence?
The US Constitution requires that in order to be convicted of a crime, one’s guilt must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt. Obviously, it goes without saying that the prosecution in Maryland criminal case cannot obtain a conviction without offering sufficient evidence to meet that standard. Attorney Eric T. Kirk says if for some reason the State obtains a... Read more »
Should I Hire A Maryland Criminal Defense Attorney If I Am Under Police Investigation?
I’m Attorney Eric T. Kirk frequently contacted by individuals that have been subject of some police attention. These are folks who may have contacted by the police, interviewed by the police or had the unpleasant experience of police officers stopping by their home or business, and wanting to “ask a few questions.” This is the kind of personal attention, obviously, that no... Read more »
What Is The Difference Between Assault And Battery In Baltimore, Maryland?
The elements of civil assault and civil battery under Maryland law are different in several respects. The two civil actions – one for assault- one for battery -are interrelated, and of course, also related to the common law crime of battery, and the current statutory crime of assault in Maryland. Both civil assault and civil... Read more »
When do Baltimore Police Need a Warrant? Arrest v. Search
When do Baltimore Police Need a Warrant? Arrest v. Search The general rule is that a warrant is always required and that warrantless searches a per se unconstitutional- unless an exception applies. If it were that easy and straightforward, there would be no need for decades of Supreme Court precedent explaining what those exceptions mean, and... Read more »
Compensation: Recorded Voice Without Consent In Baltimore, Maryland?
It is generally a crime in this State to record a private conversation with another person unless they have agreed to be recorded. [Although there are many exceptions to this general prohibition]. The contours of the Maryland criminal offense concerning illegally recording the voice of another are detailed in another article on this page. Maryland is what is... Read more »
When Can A Baltimore, Maryland Police Officer Search Me?
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Can I Sue For An Online Privacy Invasion in Baltimore, Maryland?
What Are My Rights If Someone Makes My Private Affairs Known To The Public Online?
Does Pre-Sentence Report Positively Impact Baltimore Criminal Case?
Every Baltimore criminal defense lawyer dealing with a criminal case knows this is never fun for anyone. It goes without saying being the defendant being accused of a Baltimore criminal offense is far less fun. No matter the verdict, innocent or guilty, you may want to avoid jail time at all costs. It there anything... Read more »
What To Know About Serious Traffic Offenses in Baltimore
Baltimore Serious Traffic Offense Attorney As a traffic offenses go, as Baltimore attorney Eric T. Kirk explains, speeding and reckless driving are similar, but very different. In Baltimore, some traffic offenses are treated more seriously that others. What To Know About Serious Traffic Offenses in Baltimore? In might no be obvious why one traffic offense... Read more »
