Message from the Founder

By: Arthur Alperstein I am very proud to announce that we have added a new member to the Alperstein and Diener team.  As of June 2nd Alexander “Sandy” Steeves is a full-time attorney working on criminal and domestic matters.  I have known Sandy since his days as a clerk for Baltimore County Circuit Court Judge Mickey…

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New Marijuana Legislation in Maryland

New Marijuana Legislation: On Monday, April 14th, Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley signed Senate Bill 364 which decriminalized possession of small amounts of Marijuana.  The legislation will go into effect on October 1st, 2014.  What it means: Decriminalization is not the same as legalization, and it is not true that marijuana will be legal in Maryland.  What is true…

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When a Warrant Warrants Criminal Defense

The Baltimore lawyers at Alperstein & Diener explain the benefits of having criminal defense representation if there is an arrest warrant out in your name. People make mistakes from time to time.  However, even something as simple as a traffic ticket can result in something as serious as a bench warrant.  One may be issued…

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Alperstein Law supports Baltimore Child Abuse Center through Be a Hero event

The Baltimore Child Abuse Center recently hosted the “Be a Hero” event to promote awareness about child abuse and to engage the community with ways to prevent and respond to child abuse. The event honored members of the Baltimore community who have demonstrated a commitment to keeping children safe from sexual abuse. Alperstein & Diener is has…

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Things to Consider When Hiring an Attorney

The Baltimore criminal defense lawyers at Alperstein & Diener explain some of the advantages to consider when hiring a criminal defense attorney. Being accused of a crime can be scary and confusing.  People often do not know the best way to proceed or whether to hire a lawyer.  Sorting out criminal charges without the help…

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Will Breathalyzers Be Able to Detect Drugs Too?

Many states, including Maryland, have laws against driving under the influence of drugs.  But currently there is no equipment to test it on the road.  New research may change that. Police officers have been using roadside breathalyzers to test a driver’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) for decades.  However, to date, there has been no roadside…

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Andrew I. Alperstein Quoted in Baltimore Sun

Baltimore Sun: “BWI Border Agents Arrest Child Porn Suspect at BWI” Andrew I. Alperstein was quoted in the Baltimore Sun yesterday in relation to a client who was arrested at the BWI Airport on February 24th. Read more from the Baltimore Sun HERE. 

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Drug Crime Penalties in Maryland

What are the penalties for drug crimes? Baltimore criminal defense lawyers explain some of Maryland’s Drug Crime Laws. Maryland’s drug charges and penalties are outlined in Sections § 5-601 through § 5-610 of Maryland Criminal Law. The first factor affecting drug crime penalties in Maryland is the nature of the crime committed. An alleged offender…

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Penalties for Drunk Driving in Maryland

The penalties for drunk driving are largely dependent on the charge being brought against the driver.  In Maryland, an intoxicated driver can be charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driving While Impaired (DWI). 

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"Don’t Hold Your Breath?": Failure to Take Breathalyzer in Maryland

Failure to take breathalyzer in Maryland can result in serious penalties. A commonly held misconception in drinking and driving cases is that refusing the breath test will result in a not guilty verdict. However, refusing to submit to a breathalyzer often results in greater consequences than taking the test.

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