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When spouses with children under the age of 18 get divorced, one major issue to be resolved is “custody” of the children. As many know, very broadly, “custody” involves both physical custody and legal custody. The former generally involves the day-to-day aspects of child-rearing, such as where the children live, what they eat, when they […]
Nearly everything related to child pornography is criminalized in Maryland, including the production of child pornography. See Md. Crim. Code, § 11-207. A person convicted under this Statute faces a prison sentence of up to 10 years and a fine of up to $25,000 (or both) for a first offense. Subsequent convictions lead to a […]
Some of the worst automobile accidents in Charles County, Maryland, involve big rigs and 18-wheeler trucks. The occupants of the cars are at enormous risk of severe injury given the difference in size and mass between a passenger vehicle and a fully loaded interstate semi-truck. Like any car, auto, or other vehicle accident, injured victims […]
As we have discussed in other articles on this blog, the Hearsay Rule of Evidence is very complicated. If prosecuting attorneys and the Maryland criminal court judge violate the Hearsay Rule, that often leads to the overturning of a conviction. That means the defendant’s conviction is nullified, and he or she gets a new trial. […]
In Charles County, Maryland divorce cases, the divorce court judge makes the ultimate decision concerning child custody. That is, the judge decides with whom the children live whether custody is sole or some form of shared custody. The legal standard is the “best interests of the child,” which basically means what form of custody will […]
Yes, almost always. In Maryland auto accidents, “red light runners” are almost always liable for injuries and damage caused if a crash is caused when they run their red light. The only contrary situation that might exist is with what might be called a “green light jumper” — where someone is in such a hurry […]
Yes, if you have possession of more than 2.5 ounces of marijuana/cannabis, you can be charged criminally with possession. In 2023, Maryland enacted laws to “decriminalize” the personal use and possession of marijuana. However, that change only applies to small amounts of cannabis. As such, if you have more than 2.5 ounces of marijuana in […]
If you have been injured in a Charles County, Maryland, car accident, you are entitled to make an insurance claim and/or file a personal injury lawsuit to recover compensation for your injuries and for any damage to property (like your vehicle). Very likely, one type of evidence that you will need to use to make […]
Child custody decisions in a Maryland divorce are made by the divorce court judge using the legal standard of what is in the “best interests” of the child or children. To most parents and many in the legal profession, this is a confusing and vague legal standard that is not well-suited to predictable outcomes. Fortunately, […]
Sometimes, auto accidents involving teen drivers create difficult legal issues with respect to legal liability. Thus, if you have been injured in an accident here in Calvert County, Maryland, where the other driver is a teenager, it is best to consult with an experienced and knowledgeable car accident attorney like the ones at the Office […]
Sexual abuse of a minor is a crime in Maryland. See Md. Crim. Code, § 3-602(b)(1). Under the statute, “abuse” is very broadly defined and includes the idea of exploitation. That is, “sexual abuse” is explicitly defined as “an act that involves sexual molestation or exploitation of a minor, whether physical injuries are sustained or […]
Yes. There are two basic reasons for this: the parents have agreed to it, and the Maryland divorce court has accepted the agreement and incorporated it into the final divorce decree. In effect, the agreed-upon parenting plan is part of a Court Order. All court Orders are legally binding, and various punishments can be imposed […]
In general, most people know that self-defense is a possible legal criminal defense to being convicted of murder, assault and battery, or other types of crimes. Self-defense is a legal defense that must be asserted in the criminal courts of Maryland, and in general, the person accused of the crime must prove the legal defense. […]
In Maryland, child support obligations are legally binding. As part of your final Divorce Decree Order, the divorce court set out how much must be paid each month. Those are legally binding obligations, and failure to pay can lead to severe punishment, including being placed in jail. That being said, circumstances DO come up where […]
There are many misconceptions about child support obligations when a couple gets divorced in St. Mary’s County, Maryland. In this article, the Child Custody and Child Support lawyers here at the Law Office of Robert Castro refute some of the more common myths about child support obligations. If you have questions, call us at (301) […]
So, you were injured in a Calvert County, Maryland, auto accident, and now, the insurance company for the other party is offering a settlement. The question is: should you take it? The experienced Calvert County, MD., car accident lawyers at the Law Office of Robert Castro cannot answer that question without more information. However, we […]
A not-for-precedent criminal appeal opinion was recently handed down by the Appellate Court of Maryland that offers a good example of why it is so important to hire experienced and knowledgeable Maryland criminal defense lawyers. See Winbush v. State, Case No. 1392, September Term, 2023 (Md. App. Court 2024). In Winbush, the resolution of the […]
Big rig truck accidents are often the worst type of vehicle accident. The weight and mass of an 18-wheeler truck compared to the weight and mass of an automobile (or even an SUV) cause sheer destruction for the smaller vehicle. This is true even at slow speeds, let alone big truck accidents that occur at […]
Hazing has been in the news quite a lot in the last few months with the allegations of hazing at the University of Maryland fraternities and sororities. As widely reported, hazing at some fraternities involved initiates who were assaulted and paddled, forced to do endless and exhausting exercises like wall sits, planks, and push-ups, were […]
Answering this question involves knowing the status of several things, including: Which parent has physical custody of the kids now Status of the divorce filing/case and Whether any emergency situation exists now As to the first question — who has custody now? – leading up to a divorce, the parent who has physical custody of […]
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