Arnold, MD Criminal Defense Attorneys

Experienced Attorneys for People Accused of Crimes in Arnold, Maryland

An encounter with the law can come with panic and confusion. After an arrest, the police and prosecution may pressure you into confessing, effectively signing away your right to defend yourself in court. However, you do not have to take a bad deal in the vain hope that prosecutors will show leniency. An Arnold criminal defense lawyer can effectively represent you in court, protecting your best interests with a sound legal strategy.

At the Law Offices of Murphy & Price LLP, we know how high the stakes can be if you have been charged with a misdemeanor or felony. With over 50 years of combined experience, our attorneys have the skills and legal knowledge to take on your case.

Weapons Offenses

Weapons and firearms violations are taken seriously in Maryland. For instance, if you keep a loaded firearm in a place where a minor could access it, you could be charged with a misdemeanor and fined up to $1,000.

Additionally, if you are caught carrying a handgun without a valid permit, you could be charged with a misdemeanor and sentenced to up to three years in jail, alongside a possible fine of up to $2,500. Moreover, if you are a convicted felon, you will be barred from owning or possessing a firearm outright. A violation of this offense is a felony charge punishable by five to 15 years in prison.

If you have been charged with a weapon offense in Maryland, your freedom may be at risk. At the Law Offices of Murphy & Price LLP, we can provide you with a sound defense based on the details of your case. We may be able to argue that there was a mistake of fact by law enforcement, along with other mitigating circumstances that could make a difference in sentencing.

Drug Crimes

If you have been accused of a drug crime, the smartest thing you can do is to get in contact with a skilled defense attorney. A charge of drug possession in Maryland is punishable by up to a year in prison, or up to two years with subsequent offenses.

The penalties for drug distribution are much worse. You can be sentenced to up to 20 years in prison for distributing a Schedule I or II controlled substance, as well as a potential fine of up to $15,000. Police do not need to witness a transaction to charge you with drug distribution. They can cite other forms of evidence like large quantities of a controlled substance or paraphernalia like scales to pursue a drug distribution charge.

At the Law Offices of Murphy & Price LLP, we can help you fight a drug distribution charge. If your Fourth Amendment rights were violated in an illegal search, we can argue to have the evidence removed.

Assault

In Maryland, you can be charged with assault in the first or second degree for harming or attempting to cause harm to another person. Second-degree assault is a misdemeanor punishable by no more than 10 years in prison, and notably, you do not have to make physical contact for this charge to apply.

On the other hand, first-degree assault is a felony reserved for acts intended to cause serious bodily harm, like pushing someone down a flight of stairs or strangulation. Credible defenses for an assault charge may include a lack of intent to cause harm or a necessary use of force to protect yourself or others.

Meet With an Arnold Criminal Defense Attorney Today

Without proper legal representation, an accusation of a criminal offense can wreak havoc on your life. At the Law Offices of Murphy & Price LLP, our Arnold criminal defense lawyers can provide you with representation and counsel to help you fight charges in court. Call us at 410-280-2500 or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation.