Drug possession charges don't always stem from drugs you own. You might get into trouble if police find drugs in your car or home, even if they belong to someone else. This concept, called constructive possession, often puzzles many people. Knowing about constructive...
Many drivers do not realize a drug charge can occur during a random traffic stop. In Maryland, this is a favorite tool by police officers to uncover drugs. They typically ask drivers to pull over for minor traffic violations, tinted windows and expired tags. This...
In Maryland, it’s legal for persons to use marijuana for recreational purposes – with some restrictions. For instance, it’s okay to possess up to an ounce and a half of cannabis for personal use. But once someone goes over this legal limit, they can face criminal...
Like other U.S. states, Maryland keeps a list of controlled substances considered illegal to possess and use. These drugs and other substances are highly abusable and addiction-forming, which is why the state has severe legal consequences for anyone caught using or...
It can be scary sending off your children to college. They’ll be alone in the world for the first time without knowing all of the rules. While your children will benefit greatly from college, there’s also one danger you should be recognize. Your child could be using...
If you’ve been following the news over the last few years, you’ve probably seen that many states have begun legalizing recreational marijuana. In Maryland, medical marijuana was already permitted. This is the same as in many other states, such as Michigan, which had...
As states have struggled to deal with the epidemic of opioid and other drug overdose deaths, they’ve enacted “Good Samaritan” or “immunity” laws. These allow people to seek emergency help for someone (themselves or another person) who’s suffering an overdose without...