Glen Burnie Criminal Defense Lawyers

Reliable Criminal Defense Attorneys Defending Clients in Glen Burnie, Maryland

If you have been arrested for a criminal violation in Maryland, your freedom could be at risk. A conviction can result in a long jail sentence and hefty fines, both of which can burden you long after your sentence. Moreover, you could be left with a criminal record that will follow you wherever you go. When the stakes are this high, a Glen Burnie criminal defense lawyer can provide you with aggressive advocacy in and out of court to look out for your best interests.

At Zide Law Group, LLC, we are qualified to take on a wide variety of criminal defense cases. When you work with our team of attorneys, you will receive personalized legal guidance to help you through your case as we work toward an optimal outcome.

Traffic Crimes

Our criminal defense attorneys are equipped to take on several types of traffic crimes, including:

• DUI/DWI: Drunk driving offenses can come with various penalties depending on the alleged offender's blood alcohol concentration, prior offenses, and whether or not the crash resulted in injury or death. Anyone convicted of DUI or DWI may also have to install an ignition interlock device to regain their driving privileges.
• Reckless Driving: Any driving behaviors that put people or property at risk can be charged as reckless driving, which is a misdemeanor offense punishable by a fine in Maryland.
• Hit and Run: Fleeing the scene of a car accident resulting in injury or death can incur serious felony penalties, punishable by a maximum of 10 years in prison.

Getting convicted of a traffic offense will likely result in points being added to your driving record, which can mean increased insurance premiums and the eventual suspension of your license. At Zide Law Group, LLC, we can advise you of your best options against a charge of a traffic violation, exploring all of your avenues to protect you from harsh penalties.

Violent Crimes

Offenses involving the use or threat of force are strictly prosecuted in Maryland. At Zide Law Group, LLC, we can defend you against allegations of violent crimes, such as:

• Assault: The crime of assault can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony depending on the severity of any resulting injuries and whether there was an intent to cause serious harm. Brandishing a deadly weapon is charged as first-degree assault, which carries up to 25 years in prison.
• Weapons Crimes: Many criminal violations come with aggravated charges as soon as a weapon is brandished. Additionally, unlawfully possessing or transporting a weapon in Maryland can result in strict felony charges.
• Robbery: This crime is often added to a theft charge when somebody is unlawfully deprived of their property through the use of force.

Our criminal law attorneys can discuss possible strategies in your defense. For instance, we could argue that you were using a reasonable amount of force to protect yourself in an assault charge.

Drug Crimes

Our attorneys can represent you in court to contest allegations of various drug crimes, including:

• Drug Possession: You could face serious charges for owning or possessing an illicit drug for personal use, with the possibility of up to a year in jail for a first offense as well as thousands of dollars in fines.
• Drug Distribution: If you are caught with a large enough quantity of drugs, you could be charged with drug distribution, with escalating penalties depending on the drug's schedule.

At Zide Law Group, LLC, we will take a close look at the circumstances behind your arrest. If you were subject to an illegal search and seizure by law enforcement, we could petition to have the unlawfully seized evidence removed.

Meet With a Glen Burnie, Maryland Criminal Defense Attorney

If you have been accused of a misdemeanor or felony offense in Maryland, Zide Law Group, LLC is here to represent you. Our Glen Burnie, MD criminal lawyers can provide you with aggressive representation to protect your rights, and we provide each client with focused, supportive, and personalized attention.

Call us at 410-760-9433 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation today.