Thursday, March 31, 2011

Do You Need a Lawyer for a Bail Review Hearing in Baltimore County Maryland

Bail Review Lawyer in Towson Maryland

Do you need a Baltimore County Bail Review Lawyer to handle your bail review in Towson, Maryland?  If so, contact Attorney Randolph Rice, Baltimore County Bail Review Attorney at 410.288.2900.  The Law Offices of G. Randolph Rice, Jr., LLC, are ranked as one of Baltimore's Best Criminal Law Attorneys by City Spur for 2009, 2010, and once again for 2011.

We have the ability to meet you right across the street from the Towson Courthouse in our Baltimore County Bail Review Office at 101 E. Chesapeake Avenue, Towson, Maryland 21286.
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410.288.2900 for Immediate Bail Help

Baltimore County Bail Reviews are held in Room 1 of the Towson District Court at 1:00 p.m. at 101 E. Chesapeake Avenue, Towson, Maryland 21286.

Experienced Baltimore County Bail Review Lawyers argue two positions to the Court to reduce a bail.  Those two arguments are: 1) Flight Risk, and 2) Danger to Society.

Some flight risk factors the Court will consider are; has the Defendant failed to appear for prior court dates, does the Defendant have any other pending charges or recently released on bail in other criminal cases at the time of the current offense, and does the Defendant have strong ties to the community (i.e. family), to name a few.

Some danger to society factors the Court will consider for a Baltimore County Bail Review are; the facts of the current case, what risks does the Defendant pose to potential victims, and what is the Defendant's prior criminal record.

There are numerous other factors that my office will argue before the Baltimore County Bail Review Judge and our experience and knowledge will ensure the best possible outcome for a Baltimore County Bail Review hearing.

Contact our office 24/7 for immediate Baltimore County Bail Review Hearing Help. Call Attorney G. Randolph Rice, Jr., at 410.288.2900.

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Monday, March 28, 2011

Injury Lawyer for Your Car Accident in Baltimore Maryland

Q:  Do I need a lawyer for my injury lawyer for my car accident in Baltimore, Maryland?

A:  Yes, you do not want to handle your own car accident case if you were not at fault. If you were involved in a car accident in or around Baltimore, Maryland and the accident was your fault, your own insurance company will represent you and handle the claim from the other driver.  But if you were involved in a car accident in or around Baltimore, Maryland, you want an experience and trusted injury lawyer on your side.

We are just going to cover some of the basic steps in this post for a injury case in Baltimore, Maryland.


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410.288.2900
Attorney G. Randolph Rice, Jr.
When you get in a car accident the first thing you should do is call the police.  The police will be able to document the accident and ensure that information is exchanges between the parties.  If you are injured, or something does not fee right, then go to the hospital.  I cannot tell you how many clients call me the next day and say they are feeling pain and they should have seen a doctor earlier.  So, go see a doctor immediately.

If you have been involved in a car accident in Dundalk, Essex, Towson, or any part of Baltimore County, Maryland, you need a Baltimore County Injury Lawyer on your side.  You will begin to receive phone calls and maybe even mail from the other driver's insurance company.  They are trying to convince you to give them a written or oral statement so that they can try and make you think the accident is your fault and you shouldn't file a claim for your injuries.

This is a direct indication that you should contact a Baltimore Injury Lawyer.  They want you to give in and not pursue a claim for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.  This is where my office comes in.   We have helped hundreds of Baltimore families get what they deserve from the insurance companies.

Contact my office at 410.288.2900 for a free injury law consultation and discuss your rights for a car accident in Baltimore, Maryland.

Sunday, March 27, 2011

Bail Review Hearings in Towson Baltimore County District Court, Maryland

If family, friend, or loved one is due before the Judges of the Baltimore County District Court for a Bail Review Hearing, Call us immediately, 24/7 to have an attorney argue for a reduction or release from detention.


Call 410.288.2900 for Baltimore County Bail Review Attorney G. Randolph Rice, Jr.,


Q:  When and where are bail review hearings in Towson, Baltimore County, Maryland?

A:  The bail review hearings are held in the District Court of Maryland for Baltimore County in the Towson District Court building.  The address for bail reviews in the Towson District Court is:

120 E. Chesapeake Avenue
Towson, Maryland 21286
Baltimore County, Towson Bail
Review Lawyer
410.288.2900  Available 24/7
Attorney Randolph Rice

We also have the ability to meet our clients before and after the bail review hearing at our appointment only office across the street from the Towson District Court at:

101 E. Chesapeake Avenue, Suite 200
Towson, Maryland 21286

The Baltimore County bail review hearings are held at 1:00 p.m. and typically in Courtroom number 1 on the first floor.  There is parking at meters all around the District Court building as well as the parking garage next door to the Towson District Court.  If you have been arrested and charged with a violation of the Maryland criminal laws, you will typically have a bail review hearing in Towson on the business day after you are arrested.  If you are arrested on a Friday, then your bail review will be on the following Monday at 1:00 p.m.  Towson Bail Review Lawyers are available 24/7, call Baltimore County Bail Review Attorney Randolph Rice.

Q:  Do I need a lawyer to be present for a bail review in the Towson District Court?

A:  Yes, you should always have an experienced Towson District Court Bail Review Attorney present.  My office spends a considerable amount of time and energy establishing a good reputation before the Judges in the Baltimore County District Court for bail review hearings.   We have handled hundreds of bail review hearings in the Towson District Court and we have the experience to ensure that our client receives the best possible argument to reduce their bail or release them on their own recognizance (ROR).

If you need a Baltimore County Bail Review Attorney or need to discuss criminal law with a Baltimore County, MD Attorney, contact our office at 410.288.2900.

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Thursday, March 24, 2011

Status of Ignition Interlock Bills in Maryland Legislature - Maryland DUI/DWI Defense Attorney

It appears that the Maryland Legislature is having trouble with deciding the outcome of two different bills concerning ignition interlock for Maryland DUI and DWI drivers.  On March 21, 2011 the Maryland Senate gave preliminary approval to a bill to require convicted drunk drivers install ignition interlock in their vehicle.

However, the Maryland House of delegates were able to agree on a bill that would require the ignition interlock in vehicles of convicted drunk drivers are repeat offenders, and those under 21 and with a blood-alcohol content of .15% or less.
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Mothers against drunk driving (MADD) has stated they opposed the House measure and commented it would rather see no bill passed unless the stricter Senate bill was law

An initial interlock system in the state of Maryland is a devices installed in a vehicle and requires the driver to provide a breath test before the vehicle is started and typically every 15 minutes the vehicle is running. The device is able detect alcohol on the breath and would prevent a vehicle for starting if it senses more than a minimal amount of alcohol on that person's breath.

The ignition interlock system remains on a vehicle typically for one year and records every breath test as well as any violations of that breath.

The ignition interlock is typically required in cases where the driver is found to have a blood-alcohol content of .15% or higher or when the individual refuses a blood or breath test after the DUI or DWI stop.

As a Maryland DUI & DWI defense attorney, ignition interlock system is a suitable alternative for many clients who been arrested for DUI or DWI in Maryland.

If you've been arrested in Maryland for a DWI or DUI, you want an experienced DUI and DWI defense attorney to represent you.  contact my office 24/7 at 410-288-2900 for media DUI & DWI defense help.

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Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Ranked Baltimore's Best Criminal Defense Lawyer/Law Firm by CitySpur

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The Law Offices of G. Randolph Rice, Jr., LLC, has been ranked as Baltimore's Best Criminal Defense Lawyers / Law Firm by CitySpur.  If you are charged with a criminal offense in Maryland, contact the Law Offices of G. Randolph Rice, Jr., LLC, 24/7 at 410.288.2900 for immediate help.


If you're facing criminal charges of any sort, hiring a successful law firm to handle your case is vital.  Choose one of the Best Criminal Defense Law Firms in Baltimore, Maryland.   We handle all criminal matters, including felonies, misdemeanors, district court, and circuit court matters.

Monday, March 21, 2011

Baltimore County, Maryland Bail, Bond, Bail Review, and Writ of Habeas Corpus Attorney

Baltimore County, Maryland, Bail, Bond, Bail Review, Writ of Habeas Corpus Attorney.  Available 24/7.  Contact us at 410.288.2900 for Immediate Help.

A criminal case in Baltimore County last week reminded me of the importance of being able to get in touch with your attorney on a 24/7 basis.

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I received a call our 24 hour phone line from a client who had a family member that was recently arrested in Baltimore County.   The police served a warrant on the home, searched the home and found a considerable amount of drugs.  They arrested the individual for possession with intent to distribute.

The family, obviously concerned about their loved one, called my office immediately. They wanted to know what could be done to have their love one released as soon as possible.

The first thing I did was inquire about the case at hand.  Unfortunately the family member knew very little about the facts other than there were drugs in the home and the police had arrested their love one.

After getting information from my client I immediately called the precinct in Towson and spoke with the detective who was handling the case. I was able to learn a little bit of information from the detective and immediately called the family to inform of what I learned.

In situations like this the best thing to do is try to have that individual bailed or bond posted as soon as they see the commissioner.  In the typical criminal case the accused is arrested, questioned at the scene, handcuffed and taken back to the precinct or headquarters for the police.
Individuals are then booked, which includes fingerprinting photographs and questions about the persons background and information about the defendant. Once the individual has been booked at the precinct that person has to be transported to a Commissioner's office for bail to be set. 

Baltimore County, Maryland, Bail, Bond, Bail Review, Writ of Habeas Corpus Attorney.  Available 24/7.  Contact us at 410.288.2900 for Immediate Help.

Unfortunately, in this situation there weren’t police officers to transport the alleged defendant to the Commissioner's office. 

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The bail bonds company talked to the client and then met the client at the commissioner's office to wait for the alleged defendant.  Unfortunately it took a couple of hours for the alleged defendant to be transported the Commissioner's office.   But once there the commission was able to review the facts of the case and set a bail for the alleged defendant. 

Baltimore County, Maryland, Bail, Bond, Bail Review, Writ of Habeas Corpus Attorney.  Available 24/7.  Contact us at 410.288.2900 for Immediate Help.

Because of our quick action earlier in the night, the alleged defendant was released immediately from the District Court. The family was happy and the alleged defendant was allowed to return to normal life pending his trial date.

Baltimore County, Maryland, Bail, Bond, Bail Review, Writ of Habeas Corpus Attorney.  Available 24/7.  Contact us at 410.288.2900 for Immediate Help.

If you've been arrested in Baltimore County or if a family friend or loved one has been arrested in Baltimore County Maryland and you have questions regarding bail, bond, or a bail review, contact my office 24/7 at 410-288-2900.

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We’re available 24/7 to answer all of your Baltimore County Maryland bail, bond, and bail review questions. We can help coordinate the quick release with a local bail bonds company and ensure that a experienced and trusted attorney is ready to answer your questions.

If the alleged defendant had not posted bail or his family members had not posted bail that evening the alleged defendant would've been transported to the local detention center and awaited a bail review on the next business day.

Baltimore County, Maryland, Bail, Bond, Bail Review, Writ of Habeas Corpus Attorney.  Available 24/7.  Contact us at 410.288.2900 for Immediate Help.

This can cause a problem with many people who have to appear at work the next morning.  If you're arrested on a Friday night, you could sit in a local detention center until the following Monday.

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In Baltimore County as of March 2011 all bill reviews are conducted at 1 PM on the next business day after the arrest. If you’re in need of experienced bail review attorney in Baltimore County Maryland, contact attorney Randolph Rice at 410-288-2900.

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We can advise you on all aspects of bail, bond, bail review hearings in Maryland. In addition, we have the ability to file for a writ of Habeas Corpus in the local Circuit Court for the County that the defendant is being held in.

Baltimore County, Maryland, Bail, Bond, Bail Review, Writ of Habeas Corpus Attorney.  Available 24/7.  Contact us at 410.288.2900 for Immediate Help.

Friday, March 18, 2011

Maryland State Police Arrested More Drunk Drivers on St. Patrick's Day in 2011 than 2010

March 18, 2011 - Maryland State Police Arrest more Drunk Drivers on St. Patrick's Day in 2011 than 2010.

If you were arrested on or after the 2011 St. Patrick's Day Celebrations by a Maryland State Trooper and charged with DUI or DWI, contact our office as soon as possible to discuss your DUI & DWI Defense and speak with a Maryland DUI/DWI Lawyer.

Maryland state troopers issued thousands of citations and warnings, arrested more drunk drivers than on the same day last year, and made numerous felony and warrant arrests yesterday during an intense traffic enforcement campaign across the state.    If you were arrested on St. Patrick's Day and charged with a traffic or criminal offense, contact the office at 410.288.2900.

Maryland State Troopers at each of the 22 Maryland State Police barracks were assigned to special drunk driving saturation patrols to supplement the regular patrol troopers who were also on the alert for increased numbers of drunk drivers.  Statewide, troopers arrested 43 drunk drivers, one more than the number they arrested on St. Patrick’s Day 2010.  The most DUI arrests were made by troopers at the JFK Highway Barracks, who patrol I-95 from the Baltimore City line north to Delaware.  This would include charges filed in Baltimore County for DUI/DWI, Harford County for DUI/DWI, and Cecil County for DUI/DWI.  Troopers there arrested nine drunk drivers.   If you were arrested for drunk driving along the I-95 corridor for DUI or DWI on St. Patrick's Day, contact our office at 410.288.2900 for immediate help and advise.
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Maryland State Troopers also issued approximately 1,800 traffic citations and 1,900 warnings for a variety of traffic violations.  Maryland State Troopers made 13 drug arrests, 13 arrests for other criminal offenses, and arrested 26 people wanted on warrants.

Maryland State Troopers at the Golden Ring Barrack conducted a focused enforcement campaign on I-83 from Baltimore City to the Pennsylvania state line in response to several recent serious crashes and numerous complaints of aggressive driving.  This would include all of Baltimore County, Maryland.  If you were arrested for DUI or DWI in Baltimore County, MD, contact our office at 410.288.2900 for a free DUI/DWI consultation.  Maryland State Troopers on I-83 issued 120 traffic citations, 192 warnings, and made four warrant arrests.  Maryland State Troopers from the Golden Ring Barrack made a total of six drunk driving arrests yesterday, as did troopers at the Bel Air Barrack.  

Maryland State Troopers in the Washington Metro Troop conducted another Operation Centipede patrol around the Capital Beltway.  Troopers there issued 185 traffic citations and 113 warnings.  They made eight drunk driving arrests, three felony drug arrests and three warrant arrests.

There were no fatal traffic crashes investigated by members of the Maryland State Police yesterday.  Overtime funding for additional patrols was provided by grants from the Maryland Highway Safety Office.  Additional enforcement efforts will continue throughout the weekend.

Don't let your trial date for a DUI or DWI sneak up on you.  Make sure you have one of the Ranked Best Criminal Defense Attorneys in Baltimore, Maryland representing you in Court.  Contact the office at 410.288.2900 for immediate DUI, DWI, Drunk driving help.

Thursday, March 17, 2011

Do I need a lawyer if I am involved in a car accident in or around Baltimore, Maryland?

Q: Why do I need a lawyer if I am involved in a car accident in or around Dundalk, Maryland?


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A:  Yes, you want to hire an injury attorney to represent you if you have been involved in a car accident in Dundalk, Maryland?  The reason you need an experienced accident lawyer is because the insurance company for the other driver will try to give you the least amount of money for your injuries and damage to you car.  If you don't have an attorney to fight for you, the insurance company for the other driver will nickel and dime you until you accept an amount of money that probably won't cover your medical bills.

If you've been involved in a car accident in or near Dundalk, Maryland, call our attorney Randolph Rice at 410.288.2900 for a free consultation.  We can explain the process, how we can help, and what our office will fight for in your case.

How to Shield a Peace Order that was Denied in Maryland


The Shielding of a Peace Order that was denied in the State of Maryland.

Q:  I was respondent in a peace order hearing in the state of Maryland and the petition filed by the petitioner was denied by the court. I now want to shield the record of the peace order hearing, how do I shield a peace order hearing in Maryland?

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A:  In 2010 the Maryland legislature enacted a law that allowed respondents to file a petition to request for shielding of a peace order hearing. The petition can only be filed if the original peace order was denied or dismissed at the interim, temporary, or final peace order stage of the proceedings. It goes on to state the respondent may file a written request to shield all court records relating to the proceedings. The request for shielding must be filed within three years after the dumb denial or dismissal of the petition.  The Maryland Statute for shielding peace orders can be found in Courts and Judicial Proceedings, §3-1510 Shielding of Records.

If you need a Maryland Peace Order Attorney, contact the Law Offices of G. Randolph Rice, Jr., LLC, at 410.288.2900.  We are available 24/7.

Once the respondent files for the shielding of the peace order hearing the court shall schedule a hearing on the request. The Maryland Court will give notice to the petitioner of the original peace order in Maryland as well as the petitioner’s attorney.

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The court will shield the original peace order hearing if the original petition was denied or dismissed at the interim, temporary, or the file peace or stage of the proceeding; the final peace order protective order is not been previously issued and proceeding between the petitioner and respondent; and to know the following are pending at the time of the hearing: an interim or temporary peace order protective order issued in a proceeding between the petitioner and respondent; or a criminal charge against respondent arising from alleged act described in the Maryland statutes.

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If at the hearing the petitioner appears and objects the shielding of the peace order, the court may, for good cause cannot, deny the shielding. The court determine whether to shield the peace order and whether there is good cause to grant the request to shield the court records the court shall balance the privacy of the respondent and the potential danger of adverse consequences to respondent against the potential risk of future harm and danger to the petitioner in the community.

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Even if the peace order is shielded it does not preclude the following people from accessing the shield record for legitimate reason. Those people that could still access to the Court record include: a law enforcement officer; an attorney who represents or is representing the petitioner or the respondent in a proceeding; a state's attorney or assistant state's attorney; an employee of a local Department of Social Services; or a victim services provider; in addition a person not listed above could file a subpoena or motion for access to the record to the shield records.

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If the court orders that the peace order should be shielded each custodian of the court records must comply within 60 days at the entry of the order by the court in addition they must file with the respondent a notice that they've complied with the court order.

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Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Maryland Traffic Ticket Trial vs. Waiver Hearing, What should I do?

Q:  What should I doing in the state of Maryland if I receive a traffic ticket that only carries the potential for a fine and not jail time?

A: As a Baltimore based criminal defense, DUI, DWI, traffic ticket attorney that has handled thousands of these types of cases, my first response is to tell every client to request a "trial."  The reason for telling every client to request a trial is because you have to remember that the State of Maryland has the burden of proving you guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.   That standard applies in every case from murder to a speeding ticket.  If you were charged with armed robbery you wouldn’t mail an admission of guilt and sign that you were guilty.   You instead would request trial and make the state either prove the case or enter into a plea negotiation with the state that gives you some sort of benefit for pleading guilty.  The same theory applies in traffic tickets, so if you receive a traffic ticket that only requires payment and doesn't require you to appear in court, you should always request the trial date.
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A:  Yes, you should always have an attorney.  The fee you pay an attorney is worth the avoidance of MVA points on your license.  Call my office to schedule a free consultation to discuss your traffic ticket.  We can conduct the meeting in one of my offices or over the phone, so you don’t miss any work or take away your personal time by traveling. We can be reached at 410.288.2900 and ask for Attorney Randolph Rice.  An attorney can provide valuable legal advice on how best to either beat or reduce the effects of a traffic ticket in Maryland.

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Q:  How do I request a trial date or should I request a waiver hearing in the state of Maryland for a traffic ticket?

A:  Choosing a trial forces the state to prove you guilty beyond a reasonable doubt by requesting. A waiver hearing is a hearing where you are admitting that you committed the offense and you still asking the Court for leniency.  During a waiver hearing, you don't add the uncertainty of the police officer being sick that day, being out of the country, retiring, not being available show up to court because he is working, or even the officer doesn't really “feel like coming to court” that day and therefore the state cannot prove the case.

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Q: What is the purpose of a waiver hearing?

A:   I along with many Judges and Lawyers have debated this type of proceeding and there seems to be no point in requesting a hearing.  You still have to appear in Court, why not go to Court and ask that the officer be present when you are there through a request for a trial.  If you request a trial then the officer would have to be present.  If the officer is not present then the State would have no evidence and you could be found not guilty.  So, request a "trial" within 30 days after you receive the ticket and appear in Court.

Q: Can I lawyer appear on my behalf and I don't have to go to Court?

A: For a traffic ticket, payable only, a lawyer can appear on your behalf and you would not have to go to Court.  Thus, if you can't miss work or will be out of town on the trial date, you can hire a lawyer and the lawyer can go to Court for you, waiving your presence.  If you would like an attorney to appear on your behalf, contact the Law Offices of G. Randolph Rice, Jr., LLC, at 410-288-2900.


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Initial Meeting with a Criminal Defense Attorney in Baltimore, Maryland

Q:  What happens when you come to my office regarding a criminal matter in Maryland?

A:  When you call (410.288.2900) the Law Offices of G Randolph Rice Jr., LLC, we will schedule a time that is convenient for you to meet at one of my offices. 
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Our main office is located at 6914 Holabird Ave. in Dundalk, Maryland 21222.  Before you come to the meeting you should collect a number of documents that you may have in your possession. 

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For criminal matters you should bring the statement of charges that was given to you by the police officer, as well as any other documents that you receive from the court or the police department.  In addition, you should bring a list of all witnesses that we would be able to call during trial or to investigate the criminal matter. 

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If you're charged with a DUI or DWI the state of Maryland, you want to bring in the statement of charges as well as the results of any blood or breath test that you submitted. 

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Once you arrive at my office will begin to cover some basic information about you.  We’ll collect information, that is always protected by the attorney-client privilege, including your name, address, phone numbers, where you were born and raised, your date of birth, your marital status, how many children you have, where you went to high school and college, if you have any military experience, your current and past employers, any current psychological or psychiatric issues, your current medications, any alcohol use, drug use, any type of drug or alcohol treatment that you received in the past five years. In addition, we’ll review your prior criminal record, both your adult and juvenile criminal record as well as if you were on parole or probation at the time of the offense.

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Next we’ll review the facts of the case as well as any physical evidence and witnesses to the incident.  If not applicable, we’ll provide you with a list of tasks to be completed before the trial date.  Including enrolling in and completing either a drug or alcohol treatment program, participating in AA or NA, proof of employment, which may include your pay stubs, a business card, or letter from your employer on company letterhead.  We’ll ask that any friends or family who can testify about the differences they perceive since your arrest and entry into the treatment be called to Court. We’ll review any potential treatment or classes that you can complete depending on the charges.  You’ll receive a list of all of these tasks before you leave our office to ensure that nothing is forgotten and nothing is missing for your criminal matter.

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Once we receive payment for your criminal case we’ll begin our work.  If you are charged with a felony, you can file for but must file within 10 days for a preliminary hearing.  If you retain my office within the 10 day, we will file your request for a preliminary hearing as well as our entry of appearance.  If you hire my office after the 10 days that you are required to file a request for preliminary hearing we can still appear for you at the hearing to question the witnesses that testify on behalf of the State.

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After the preliminary hearing or if the state decides to take the case to the grand jury and you are indicted, we will file a request for discovery and necessary motions for your case. Each case is different, whether it's a drug case, robbery, burglary, or other felony, there are particular and specific motions that must be filed. We ensure that those motions are filed on your behalf. Once we file for discovery we next begin the process of investigating your case.  We’ll review every piece of evidence that the State has as well as review any potential constitutional arguments that we may be able to argue before the Court.

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We will contact the Clerk of Court for the Maryland County you are charged in and schedule a motions hearing as well as a trial date. Once we have a motions date we’ll prepare any constitutional arguments such as a bad stop, bad search, or any violation of your Constitutional rights.  In addition to investigating your case we will also begin the process of negotiating a potential plea with the state's attorney’s office.

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The negotiation of that plea would be used if we decide not to try the case in front of a judge or jury. In every case, we evaluate the defense’s strengths and the state's weaknesses to negotiate the best possible plea deal

Available 24/7. Call 410.288.2900 for Immediate Criminal Defense Help in Maryland.

If we decide to try the case in front of a judge or jury we’ll meet a number of times with you as well as any of our witnesses that we may decide to call during trial. We’ll review all the evidence and map out our strategy for trial. When the trial date does come, we’ll be prepared to present the best possible defense on your behalf.

Looking for a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Maryland, call the Law Offices of G. Randolph Rice, Jr., LLC at 410.288.2900.  A Baltimore, Maryland based criminal defense, DUI/DWI defense, Personal Injury/Trial Attorney serving the residents of Maryland with experienced and trusted legal advice.

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Maryland Citation Options for Traffic Tickets and Waiver Hearings

Q: How do I request a waiver hearing or what are my options for Maryland traffic tickets?

A:  If you receive a traffic ticket in Maryland and it is not a "Must Appear", meaning that the ticket does not carry a potential jail sentence you have a number of options.
1) You can make payment for the tickets.  This is an admission of guilt and you will pay the full fines and receive the MVA points on your license.
2) You can request a waiver hearing.  Visit our website and learn more on waiver hearings in Maryland
3)  Request trial.  This will make the police officer appear. Visit our website and learn more on requesting a trial for your traffic ticket.

Maryland State Police Colonel Deploying More Troopers for DUI & DWI Saturation for St. Patrick's Day

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On March 15, 2011, Maryland State Police Superintendent Colonel Terrence B. Sheridan ordered the deployment of additional State Police DUI and DWI saturation patrols in each county in Maryland.  That includes DUI and DWI saturation patrols in Baltimore County, Harford County, Howard County, Anne Arundel County and all other counties in Maryland.  The DUI and DWI saturation patrols will commence later this week to coincide with the increase in drinking and driving that occurs as a result of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.  St. Patrick’s Day this year is on March 17, 2011.

Colonel Sheridan said, “We know from experience that St. Patrick’s Day celebrations increase the number of drunk drivers on our roads and the risk of highway tragedies resulting from drunken driving crashes,”  he went on to say, “our goal is to keep our highways safe and additional DUI patrols at each of our 22 barracks will help us do that.  We do not wish to diminish anyone’s celebration.  We want to remind people of their responsibility to use common sense, make plans ahead of time, and make a commitment not to get behind the wheel after consuming alcoholic beverages.”  
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A recent newspaper survey indicated more than half of Americans will be celebrating this St. Patrick's Day.  Almost one third of those celebrating say they will be attending a party at a bar or restaurant.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were 103 traffic crash fatalities nationwide on St. Patrick’s Day in 2009.  Of those, 37 percent involved an impaired driver with a blood alcohol content of .08 or higher.  A reading of .08 or higher in the State of Maryland is per se driving under the influence.  If you are arrested on or during the St. Patrick's day celebration, contact our office at 410.288.2900 to speak with a DUI/DWI Defense Attorney in Maryland.


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Maryland State Police DUI (driving under the influence) & DWI (driving while impaired) arrest numbers from 2010 clearly show the increase in arrests that occur during the period of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.  During the five days before St. Patrick’s Day 2010, Maryland state troopers made an average of 16 DUI arrests per day statewide.  On St. Patrick’s Day and the next four days last year, state troopers made an average of 38 DUI arrests, more than doubling the daily average of the week before.  These statistics do not include the number of DUI and DWI arrested made by County and City police departments.



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In Maryland, a first offense for driving under the influence could result in a fine of up to $1,000 and a sentence of up to one year in jail.  In addition, the violation would mean 12 points on the offender’s driver’s license and a license revocation for six months.  Driver’s licenses are confiscated by police from those refusing to take a blood alcohol test and from those whose test result is .08 or higher.

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Those planning to drink alcoholic beverages are urged to make plans to get home safely before they begin drinking.  Options include arranging for a sober driver, to whom you gave your keys, to drive you home; use a taxi; call a friend or family member to pick you up; or use public transportation.  If you drink, do not drive, the affects on your life can be devastating.  In addition, you would cause an accident that may result in injury to another driver or pedestrian.

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State troopers in Maryland continue to urge motorists to contact police if they see a driver who might be operating under the influence.  The Maryland Department of Transportation will more likely than not be using the large electrical billboards providing contact numbers for motorists to call police and warn them of drunk drivers. Troopers and other law enforcement agencies will make every attempt to locate the driver and take the appropriate enforcement action.


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The additional troopers deployed by State Police will be on overtime and funded through a DUI enforcement grant from the Maryland Highway Safety Office.  All troopers on regular patrol duty will also be on the alert for drunk drivers.

Q: What do I do if arrested or charged with DUI or DWI in Maryland?
A: Contact the Law Offices of G. Randolph Rice, Jr., LLC, 24/7 by calling 410.288.2900.  You will speak with an experienced Maryland DUI & DWI Attorney that can answer your questions.

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Sunday, March 13, 2011

Parole for life sentences: Maryland governor's role is important - baltimoresun.com

Great letter written by Scott Shellenberger, State's Attorney for Baltimore County, Maryland. Parole for life sentences: Maryland governor's role is important - baltimoresun.com

Statistics for the Ignition Interlock in Maryland

Below find some basis data on the use of the Maryland Ignition Interlock program for drivers arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while impaired (DWI) (both alcohol, drugs, or both.)

State Ignition Interlock Program:   According to MVA, about 8,000 drivers participate annually in the Maryland ignition interlock program.  About 6,000 drivers are in the program at any one time and about 2,000 cycle out of the program on a recurring basis due either to successful completion or failure to complete the program.  In fiscal 2010, 3,244 people successfully completed the program and 2,997 people withdrew due to failure to complete program requirements.  Participants generally are repeat offenders or offenders who refused a BAC test or had a BAC test result of 0.15 or more.  A participant must pay a fee to an ignition interlock provider for device installation and maintenance unless exempted due to financial hardship.  These fees are not regulated by MVA.  MVA does not impose a program fee although it has statutory authority to do so.  The participant must have the device serviced and data downloaded by the vendor every 30 days.  Five vendors are certified by MVA to provide equipment for the program.  MVA monitors participants through the data reports from the vendors.  Violations, such as attempting to start or operate a vehicle with a BAC greater than 0.025, failing to submit to a retest after starting the vehicle, tampering with the interlock device, having another person blow into the device, or operating a vehicle without a device, can result in removal from the program or an extension of the person’s required period of participation.

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Maryland House Introduces Bill to Require Ignition Interlock for DUI DWI Offenders

Below is an excerpt from the House Bill 1276 in the 2011 Legislative session that would require drivers arrested for DUI or DWI to participate in an ignition interlock program.

For the purpose of expanding participation in the Ignition Interlock System Program by  authorizing certain  individuals  who have  committed  a  certain alcohol–related administrative offense  to be  participants under certain circumstances;  requiring the Motor Vehicle Administration to establish the Program in accordance with certain statutory provisions; requiring rather than authorizing the Administration to establish a certain protocol; expanding participation in the Program  by  requiring  certain individuals  to  participate in the Program for certain periods of time and successfully complete the Program as a condition of modification of a license suspension or revocation and issuance of a restrictive license; requiring the Administration to impose a certain license restriction for certain periods of time under certain circumstances; requiring the Administration to suspend for certain periods of time  or revoke  the licenses of certain individuals who  refuse to participate in or fail to  successfully complete the Program; requiring the Administration to establish a certain fee; requiring individuals in the Program to be monitored by the Administration and to pay a certain fee under certain circumstances; requiring certain service providers to demonstrate a certain ability under certain circumstances;  providing that certain Program participation under this Act shall be concurrent with Program participation  under any other provision of  the Maryland Vehicle Law; establishing that certain information provided to the Administration is sufficient for the Administration to exercise its authority to allow a participant in the Program to operate a motor vehicle owned or provided by the person’s employer in the course of employment without an ignition interlock system under  certain circumstances; clarifying language;  defining certain terms; and generally relating to the Ignition Interlock System Program.
You can find the body of the Bill here.

If you have been arrested for DUI or DWI, contact us immediately to discuss your options and potential consequences.  We can help you keep your license and right to drive as well as prevent jail time.  Call 410.288.2900 for immediate DUI, DWI Help.

In 2009, 162 people lost their lives in Maryland from DUI and DWI drivers.  We want to prevent any future deaths and consult an attorney that can help guide you through recovery and successful Court appearances.

Saturday, March 12, 2011

Now Meeting clients by appointment only in Towson, MD

Looking for a Criminal Defense, DUI, DWI, Traffic Ticket, Personal Injury Lawyer in or near Towson, Maryland, contact the Law Offices of G. Randolph Rice, Jr., LLC, at 410.288.2900.  We have the ability to meet you be appointment only, right across the street from the Baltimore County District Court.  We have represented and tried in front of Judges and juries, thousands of criminal law, DUI/DWI law, injury law cases, in Maryland.  Let our experience go to work for you.  Want the best possible outcome in your criminal case, want to challenge a DUI or DWI stop, is the insurance company not giving you what you deserve, trying to avoid the MVA points from a traffic stop?  Call our office 24/7 and we can help guide and advise you on all of these complex legal matters.

Looking for a Criminal Defense, DUI, DWI, Personal Injury in Talbot County, MD?

The Law Offices of G. Randolph Rice, Jr., LLC, is now representing clients in Talbot County, Maryland.  We handle criminal law, (Assault, battery, burglary, CDS charges, drug charges, felonies, grand theft, homicide, kidnapping, larceny, motor vehicle theft. prescription drug charges, robbery, theft, weapon chares, DNR violations, and all other Maryland Criminal violations) DUI (Drivintg under the influence) and DWI (Driving while impaired) defense, traffic tickets, personal injury, car accidents, medical malpractice, and all other trial attorney matters.

In Talbot County, we are helping the residents in Easton, Oxford, Queen Anne, Saint Michaels, Trappe, Cordova, Tilghman Island navigate their difficult legal issues.

Visit our website if you need a lawyer in Talbot County, Maryland.

If you need a criminal defense/criminal law, DUI, DWI, traffic ticket, or personal injury lawyer in or around Talbot County, Maryland, contact the Law Offices of G. Randolph Rice, Jr., LLC, at 410.288.2900.  Every consulation is free and we can help resolve your Talbot County criminal law, DUI, DWI, personal injury matter.

Friday, March 11, 2011

Tougher Laws on Use of Cell Phones while Driving in Maryland

The Maryland House of Delegates voted 91 to 40 to allow Maryland police officers to conduct traffic stops of drivers that are using their cell phones.  Let's start with the language that most people do not understand; What is a primary offense and a secondary offense in Maryland.

A primary offense is one of the hundreds of Transportation Article Violations in Maryland that when an officer observes a driver or has reasonable articulable suspicion that you are violating a primary traffic offense while driving or on the public highways in Maryland, then he can conduct a traffic stop.  As opposed to a secondary offense, which means the officer cannot base a traffic stop on your offense, but can issue a ticket if you are stopped for another primary offense.

So, as the Maryland law is written now, a police officer cannot pull you over for talking on your cell phone, but if you are speeding and the officer pulls you over and observes you talking on your cell phone while driving, then that officer can issue a traffic ticket for the cell phone use.  As it stands, the secondary offense for using a cell phone while driving carries a maximum penalty of $40.00 for the first offense and $100.00 for a second or subsequent offense.  The Maryland House of Delegates do not want to increase the fines, they just want to allow officers to conduct more traffic stops based on your cell phone use.

As a Baltimore, Maryland criminal defense attorney, this smells a little bit like an excuse for police to make more stops that are discussed as traffic stops for cell phone use, but their real intentions are to allow the officers a chance to search your vehicle or conduct other investigations.  If it was about penalizing drivers, why then are they not raising the fines?

The bill now moves to the Maryland Senate, where if you remember, the original cell phone ban while driving bill had a much more difficult time passing.  It will be interesting to see if the Senate is willing to extend the current law and allow officers to make traffic stops for cell phone use while driving.

If you have been stopped in the State of Maryland and issued a traffic ticket for speeding, using your cell phone, or any other traffic offense, including DUI and DWI, contact me at my office, 410.288.2900.

Thursday, March 10, 2011

Baltimore County Detention Center Work Release Program

Would like to learn about the Baltimore County Detention Center Work Release Program.   I  had a client last week in my office that's facing his third DUI (Driving Under the Influence) charge.  He had been unable to afford an alcohol/substance abuse program and he and I both knew that he would be sentenced to some period of time in the Baltimore County Detention Center when he went before the Judge in Baltimore County, Maryland.  He has a good job, that has taken him a while to get, and he doesn't want to lose it.  The solution, recommend to the Court when he's sentenced that he be allowed to participate in the work release program at the Baltimore County Detention Center.  Follow this think to find out how he'll be able to get ahead of the application process and if you are facing the same situation, you can learn how to pre-apply for the Baltimore County Detention Center Work Release program.

Monday, March 7, 2011

Baltimore County Police Announce DUI Patrols for St. Patrick's Day

March 7, 2011, Baltimore County Police Department issued a press release indicating they will be out in force this St. Patrick's day enforcing the State of Maryland's DUI and DWI laws. The Baltimore County Police officers assigned to enforce the DUI & DWI statutes will be meeting on March 16, 2011, the day before St. Patty's day, to coordinate traffic operations with other state agencies, as well as review their field sobriety tests (walk and turn, one leg stand, and horizontal gaze nystagmus), legal issues, and signs/indicators of DUI and DWI drivers.

On St. Patrick's day, the police officers will participate in a two hour wrap-up meeting with motivational speaker Debbie Hardy, who tragically lost her 13-year old daughter to an accident caused by a drunk driver in October of 2003.

St. Patrick's day is well known for parties and green beer, but the Baltimore County Police Department want drivers to known that if they plan to drink and drive they will be caught by the police. They are encouraging the use of designated drivers or taking a taxi from the festivities.

The Baltimore County Police Department will be using saturation patrols in well documented DUI and DWI areas. This means that if you're leaving a bar or night club that has had prior DUI and DWI arrests, officers will be watching these areas for potential drunk drivers.

They do want all revelers to enjoy St. Patrick's day, but also want everyone to have a safe St. Patrick's day.

If you do find yourself arrested or charged for DUI or DWI in Baltimore County, Maryland this St. Patrick's day, contact the Law Offices of G. Randolph Rice, Jr., LLC, at 410.288.2900 or visit our website to learn more about your options after a DUI/DWI arrest.

We at the Baltimore County DUI & DWI Defense firm of Law Offices of G. Randolph Rice, Jr., LLC, wish everyone a safe St. Patrick's day. Make sure that if you drink, don't drive. The Baltimore County Police department, including their DUI/DWI task force will be looking for drunk drivers.

Drunk driving can cost you a lot more than attorney fees, loss of privilege to drive, and fines.   You could take the life of another and that is something you'll never forget and haunt you for the rest of your life.

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

List of Baltimore City Police Officers Involved in Towing Scandal

For all criminal defense attorneys in Baltimore, Maryland, below is the list of Baltimore Police officers charged in the conspiracy investigation involving kick-backs from a local towing company.  Defense attorneys may want to review this list for potential witnesses in their pending Baltimore City criminal matters:

Hernan Alexis Moreno Mejia (Moreno), age 30, of Rosedale;
Edwin Javier Mejia, age 27, of Middle River;
Eddy Arias, age 39, of Catonsville;
Eric Ivan Ayala Olivera, age 35, of Edgewood;
Rodney Cintron, age 31, of Middle River;
Jhonn S. Corona, age 32, of Rosedale;
Michael Lee Cross, age 28, of Reisterstown;
Jerry Edward Diggs, Jr., age 24, of Baltimore;
Rafael Concepcion Feliciano Jr., age 30, of Baltimore;
Jaime Luis Lugo Rivera, age 35, of Aberdeen;
Kelvin Quade Manrich, age 41, of Gwynn Oak;
Luis Nunez, age 33, of Baltimore;
Samuel Ocasio, age 35, of Edgewood;
David Reeping, age 41, of Baltimore;
Jermaine Rice, age 28, of Owings Mills;
Leonel Rodriguez Torres, age 31, of Edgewood;
Marcos Fernando Urena, age 33, of Baltimore;
Osvaldo Valentine, age 38, of Edgewood;
Henry Yambo, age 28, of Reisterstown.