It’s illegal to create and share sexually explicit images of minors -- and even having a single image in the files on your computer can lead to serious charges. If you’ve been charged with the possession of digital images of child pornography, is there even any kind...
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If you’re an artist, does your spouse have any ownership rights over your work?
Naturally, you believe that all artwork you create -- paintings, drawings, digital works, etc -- belongs to you. While you’re married, if you asked your spouse, they’d agree with you. The art is yours. If you get divorced, though, how does the court look at your body...
An Intro to Maryland’s Ignition Interlock Program
If you have been stopped for drinking and driving, one of the things you may have learned is that those who are convicted may have to use an ignition interlock device. This device, also abbreviated IID, is used to test a driver’s blood alcohol concentration before...
Has the internet made affairs more common?
People have always had affairs, and they have always been a major reason for divorce. With the rise of no-fault divorce, no one has to be blamed for the end of a marriage, but infidelity could still be the major reason you decide to end your marriage. Though...
Drinking with a minor in your vehicle can lead to harsh penalties
Whether you’ve had a single drink or several, it’s never a good idea to drive. It’s an even worse idea to get behind the wheel with your children in your vehicle after you've been drinking. Why? The reality is that parents are expected to take steps to keep their...
When could sharing explicit pictures online lead to charges?
Posting and sharing sexy videos or images has become a common practice, especially for people in a relationship. Provided that the people in the image or video that you share are over the age of 18, you probably assumed that you won't break the law with a simple post...
Worried about divorce negotiations? Here are some tips
A lot of people who are going through divorce just want to settle their legal issues, divide their property, and move on with life as quickly as possible. As tempting as it may be to reach a quick divorce settlement, doing so can really put you at a financial...
Prenups can protect your interests should your marriage not last
Couples in Rockville engaged to be married may be focused on “happily ever after,” but the reality is that some marriages will end in divorce. In order to protect their rights should such an occasion occur, those preparing to walk down the aisle may also want to...
Defenses to a domestic violence charge
If a person is charged with domestic violence, there are defenses available that he or she may want to consider. Domestic violence can include actual or threatened harm, stalking, sexual assault and physical acts like pushing, hitting or kicking. The individuals...
The Mounting Consequences Of Repeat DUIs
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, about a third of all drivers arrested for DUI are repeat offenders. Additionally, many drivers aren’t aware that the consequences of a DUI get more severe with each repeat offense. That means you could...