Married parents who decide to divorce will have to negotiate a custody arrangement. Unmarried parents who separate or break up will also need to make changes to their parenting arrangements. A Maryland custody order will detail a general division of parenting time....
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Can I take my kid on vacation without the other parent’s consent?
Vacations are fun, and they can, believe it or not, be even more fun with your children. Sometimes, in our exuberance or excitement, we may want to take our kids on vacation before telling the other parent, but is that legal? Married and living together If you and the...
A BAC lower than .08% can still get you into trouble
In Maryland, an officer can charge you with driving under the influence (DUI) if your blood alcohol content (BAC) level during a traffic stop test is at least .08%. You might think you’ll be fine for as long as you don’t hit .08%. However, the state is strict when it...
Do you have to go to court to divorce in Maryland?
One of the many reasons that people delay filing for divorce is that they hate the idea of going to family court. The idea of testifying about what happened during the marriage and letting a judge decide what happens with the property the couple shares and/or the...
5 possible defense strategies for a Maryland DUI charge
Drinking and driving do not mix, but when they do, a driving under the influence (DUI) charge in Maryland can result in criminal penalties and license sanctions. To prevent the possibility of succumbing to a life of crime, you must seek your right to legal counsel to...
Consequences of being on Maryland’s sex offender registry
Upon the release of a convicted sex offender, they may soon realize that reintegrating into a society that frowns upon any sexual-related offense may be more challenging than they could have ever anticipated. As per the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act,...
Dangerous cocktails: Prescription drugs and alcohol can lead to DUIs
Driving under the influence (DUI) charges are handed out to drivers whose blood alcohol concentration (BAC) levels hit .08% or who are significantly impaired by a controlled substance. Illicit drugs and alcohol will undoubtedly lead to DUI charges, but drivers can...
Dividing the pie: Understanding property division in a divorce
One of the most challenging and contentious issues every divorcing couple must address is how to divide mutually-owned property and assets. It can be a complicated and overwhelming process, depending on the type of property involved and the circumstances of the...
Who has the burden of proof in a domestic violence case?
Criminal charges can elicit a mix of emotions from the defendant – one of which is confusion, especially since the law has complex concepts. Aside from legal concepts, the defendant may also find court procedure perplexing. This includes the process of bringing...
Factors that may compel courts to issue sole legal custody
Typically, family courts allow both parents to have legal custody or the authority to decide on the important aspects of their child’s life, like education, religion and medical care. Notably, Maryland does not presume in favor of joint custody. The courts base their...