Baltimore County, MD Drug Laws, Drug Possession and Possession with Intent to Distribute Defense Attorney

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Have you been arrested for Drug Possession (Marijuana, Heroin, Cocaine, Crack, Ecstasy, LSD, etc) or Drug Possession with Intent to Distribute in Baltimore County, Maryland?

If you’ve been charged with drug crimes in Baltimore County, MD, you’re facing serious penalties and you need an aggressive Baltimore County Criminal Defense Attorney.  Contact the Law Offices of G. Randolph Rice, Jr., LLC, and speak with our former Assistant State’s Attorney and owner, G. Randolph Rice, Jr., at 410-288-2900.  We can guide you through a drug possession charge or possession with intent to distribute in Baltimore County, Maryland and ensure the best possible result for your case.

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Whether you’re facing simple possession charges in the Baltimore County District Courts or felony charges in the Circuit Court of Maryland for Baltimore County, you need an aggressive and experienced criminal defense attorney, call us now at 410-288-2900 to discuss your rights and schedule a free consultation.  Ranked a Best Baltimore Criminal Defense Lawyer by CitySpur. (three years in a row)

Call 410-288-2900 to speak with a Baltimore County MD Drug Possession Defense Attorney and schedule a FREE consultation.

You’re undoubtedly scared and unsure of the criminal process.  Let us guide you through the steps of a drug possession charge in Baltimore County, MD.  We have represented and handled thousands of case for our clients that are facing criminal drug charges.

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Each drug possession charge is different in Baltimore County, MD.  We can ensure that your case is fully investigated and every possible defense is explored and discussed before any decisions are made.  We will force the State’s Attorney for Baltimore County to produce every piece of evidence, review each document and evidence, research any Constitutional issues in your case, negotiate, if appropriate, with the State’s Attorney’s Office, and present your case to a Judge or jury in Baltimore County, MD.

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Your case requires personal attention and we can guarantee that’s what you’ll receive.  We take each case with an expectation of providing every answer to every question for possession of drug charges in Baltimore County, MD.

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If you made a mistake, we can present the best argument and explore all defenses for your possession of drug charges.  If you’re innocent of the drug possession charges, we will fight every step to prove your innocence.  Remember, the burden is on the State to prove you guilty.  We can explore and research each issue and question every witness and piece of evidence in your Baltimore County drug charge case.

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Baltimore County, Maryland Drug Possession Penalties

If you are charged with possession of Marijuana in Baltimore County, MD, you need to seek the advice of an experienced and trusted criminal defense attorney.  There are various paths in which your case can take.  With the help of a criminal defense lawyer in Baltimore County, your case may be eligible for a marijuana diversion program.   If you are not eligible, then a defense presented by a criminal lawyer is important to minimize the effects on you for a drug possession charge in Baltimore County.

Penalties for Possession of Controlled Dangerous Substances

Possessing or administering controlled dangerous substance. Maryland Criminal Law 5-601: Possession of marijuana in Maryland is classified as a misdemeanor and upon conviction a person is subject to 1 year incarceration or a fine not exceeding $1,000.00 or both.

Possession of non-marijuana in Maryland is classified as a misdemeanor (heroin, cocaine, crack, or any controlled dangerous substance as defined in Maryland Criminal Law 5-601) and upon conviction a person is subject to 4 years incarceration or a fine not exceeding $25,000.00 or both.

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Baltimore County, Maryland Drug Possession with Intent – Penalties

If you are charged in Baltimore County, MD, with possession with intent to distribute, drug distribution, or manufacturing a controlled dangerous substance, Maryland law provides that you will be charged with a felony.

If you are charged with possession with felony intent to distribute, drug distribution, or manufacturing a controlled dangerous substance, to wit Marijuana then you could be facing a maximum penalty of 5 years or a fine not exceeding $15,000.00 or both.  This includes any drugs that are not Schedule I or Schedule II.

If you are facing charges of possession with intent to distribute, drug distribution, or manufacturing a controlled dangerous substance of a Schedule I or Schedule II drugs, then you are facing felony drug charges.  Examples of Schedule I or Schedule II substances are heroin, methamphetamine, cocaine, crack, LSD, and other dangerous drugs and controlled dangerous substances.

Schedule I and Schedule II penalties are:

First offense, felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 20 years or a fine not exceeding $25,000.00 or both.

Second offense, felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment for not less than 10 years and is subject to a fine not exceeding $100,000.00 if the person has previously been convicted once before.

Third offense, felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment for not less than 25 years and is subject to a fine not exceeding $100,000.00

Fourth offense, felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment for not less than 40 years and is subject to a fine not exceeding $100,000.00.

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Why should you hire a Baltimore County Criminal Defense Lawyer to help you with a Maryland drug possession charge?

If you are facing any criminal charges in Baltimore County, MD, you should have an experienced criminal defense and drug defense attorney by your side at every stage of the process.  We will challenge any Constitutional issues and question every piece of evidence the State intends to present as well as investigate any alibi witnesses we may be able to call at trial.

Call 410-288-2900 immediately to discuss your Baltimore County Drug Possession charges and speak with a criminal defense attorney.

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Man stabbed at Middle River bar after fight - baltimoresun.com

Man stabbed at Middle River bar after fight - baltimoresun.com: "Baltimore County Police are investigating the non-fatal stabbing of a man at a Middle River bar early Friday morning.

Police first received a report of a fight at 1:29 a.m. at Boomers Bar & Smokehouse, in the 100 block of Earls Road, police said.

Later, a stabbing victim walked into Franklin Square Hospital, and the man said the stabbing occurred at Boomers, police said." Click the link above to read more.

Murder in the first dropped in July Fourth stabbing: Second-degree murder charge stands - baltimoresun.com

Murder in the first dropped in July Fourth stabbing: Second-degree murder charge stands - baltimoresun.com: "The first degree murder charge has been dropped in the case of the Fourth of July Inner Harbor stabbing, according to court records. A charge of second-degree murder and a count of possession of a dangerous weapon with the intent to injure are still being brought, records show.

Marcus Sterlin Harris, 32, turned himself in and was charged with first degree murder in connection with the fatal July 4 stabbing of 26-year-old Joseph Lorenzo Calo, who had been in town from Alabama visiting family." Click the link above to read more.

Chief Johnson Concerned About Disturbances at Nightclub

Chief Johnson Concerned About Disturbances at Nightclub: "Baltimore County, Md. (July 7, 2011) - Baltimore County police are working with the owners of Club Baltimore, the White Marsh nightclub where a man was shot to death last weekend, to reduce the number of disturbances and noise complaints.

Police Chief James Johnson said that he is prepared to act against the club if conditions there do not improve.

'We hope that the owner of Club Baltimore will cooperate with Precinct 9's efforts to improve conditions there,' Johnson said, noting that the owner, Harjeet Singh Multani, has been cooperating with police. 'But we are looking at taking action against the club if that does not happen.'

Over the past year and a half, police have documented eight noise complaints and three fights at Club Baltimore."  Click the link above to read more of the press release.

Baltimore County police search for arsonist - baltimoresun.com

Baltimore County police search for arsonist - baltimoresun.com: "Baltimore County police are investigating a series of arsons that resulted in nearly $50,000 in damage, destroying several cars, sheds and the roof of a business in Edgemere Sunday.
Firefighters were first called at 3:57 a.m. to an apartment building in the 2600 block of Sparrows Point Road after a resident heard a popping noise outside his apartment and saw smoke and flames at the rear of the building, police said."

Couple charged in Dundalk High's store stabbing - baltimoresun.com

Couple charged in Dundalk High's store stabbing - baltimoresun.com: "Baltimore County police have charged a couple in connection with a non-fatal stabbing outside a Dundalk High's Dairy Store that occurred after what police believe was an argument over drugs Sunday night.

Shawn Allen Novak, 28, of Baltimore and Ann Marie Preston, 27, of Dundalk, were arrested Monday and face first- and second-degree assault charges, after officers were called about 10 p.m. Sunday to the 6800 of Broening Road in Dundalk for reports of an assault. They found a 32-year-old man with cuts to his upper body. He was taken to Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center for treatment."  Click the link above to read more.

Homicide at Nightclub Under Investigation

Homicide at Nightclub Under Investigation: "Baltimore County, Md. (July 5, 2011) - Baltimore County Police are investigating a homicide that occurred at Club Baltimore in the 8000-block of Pulaski Highway, 21237 on July 2.
On July 2 at 1:50 a.m., officers responded to Club Baltimore for a call of shots fired. Officers observed George William Bryant Jr., 36, of the 1500-block of Pentwood Avenue, 21239 lying on the parking lot at the club. The victim had been shot multiple times. He was transported to Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, where he was pronounced deceased.
The suspect is described as a black male between 20-30 years old. He may have left the location in a vehicle."

Arrests in Assault Case in Dundalk Maryland

Arrests in Assault Case: "Baltimore County, Md. (July 5, 2011) - Baltimore County Police have charged Shawn Allen Novak, 28, of the 600-block of Arsan Avenue, 21225 and Ann Marie Preston, 27, of the 4100-block of North Point Road, 21222 with first and second degree assault after an incident in Precinct 12/North Point on July 3. The incident was originally reported as an attempted robbery but was determined to be a first degree assault after investigation.
On July 3 at approximately 10 p.m., officers responded to the 6800-block of Broening Road, 21222 for a report of an assault. A 32-year-old male victim was found with cuts to his upper body as a result of the incident. He was transported to Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center for treatment."

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Baltimore County homicide: Man shot, killed in parking lot of Rosedale nightclub - baltimoresun.com

Baltimore County homicide: Man shot, killed in parking lot of Rosedale nightclub - baltimoresun.com: "A Baltimore man was fatally shot in the parking lot of a nightclub in eastern Baltimore County early Saturday morning, police said.

George William Bryant Jr., 36, of Pentwood Road was shot multiple times in the head and neck in the parking lot of Club Baltimore at 8014 Pulaski Highway in the Rosedale area, according to police.

Detective Cathy Batton said the shooting resulted from an argument that occurred inside the club around closing time." Click here to continue reading this Baltimore Sun Article.

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Criminal Defense Lawyer in Baltimore, MD

Are you looking for a criminal defense lawyer in Baltimore, MD?  Contact the Law Offices of G. Randolph Rice, Jr., LLC at 410-288-2900.

For all criminal clients, we are able to:

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• protect your rights at the outset
• file discovery motions
• file omnibus motions
•  review the evidence and determine what is inadmissible or inaccurate
• investigate to find witnesses and documents that help your defense
• negotiate to reduce the charges
• negotiate to dismiss the charges
• interview possible witnesses for the prosecution for errors and exaggerations
• review documents of the prosecution for flaws and omissions
• determine what experts may be needed for the defense and get them on board
• negotiate a plea settlement with the prosecutor
• try the case in front of a judge or jury, if necessary

If you're facing criminal charges in a Maryland District or Circuit Court, contact the office at 410-288-2900 to discuss your charges and schedule a free consultation.

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