- Child SupportA driver cannot drive on Maryland roads while their driver's license or privilege to drive in Maryland is suspended, revoked, canceled, or refused. Driving on revoked carries a maximum penalty of one year in jail and/or a $1000 fine. A conviction would also result on 12 points. The maximum penalty for driving on suspended depends on the reason for the driver's suspension. If a driver's license is suspended for failing to appear in court or failing to pay a fine then the maximum penalty is 60 days in jail and/or a $500 fine. If convicted, the driver will receive three points. If the driver's license is suspended for any other reason (e.g. child support, point system suspension, alcohol related suspension...etc.) then the maximum penalty is one year in jail and/or a $1000 fine. If convicted the driver will receive 12 points.
- Criminal DefenseHe also serves on the Maryland Criminal Pattern Jury Instruction Committee of the Maryland State Bar Association. He has had a number of articles published in the Champion magazine, the magazine of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He has been qualified as a practitioner and an instructor in standardized field sobriety tests in accordance with standards set forth by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and completed a certification class as an operator and maintenance technician for the Intoxilyzer 5000. He hosted a training seminar in the Intox EC/IR. Stamm holds a certificate of successful completion for the Robert F. Borkenstein Course on " Alcohol, Drugs, and Highway Safety: Testing, Research, and Litigation " based out of Indiana University at Bloomington. He also completed a four and a half day course called Forensic Chromatography: Theory and Practice.
- DUI/DWIIF YOU HAVE RECEIVED A DUI AND/OR DWI CHARGE IN MARYLAND, IT IS IMPORTANT TO CONTACT A LAWYER RIGHT AWAY SO YOU DO NOT MISS FILING DEADLINES TO PROTECT YOUR DRIVING PRIVILEGES. CALL 301-345-0122
- Traffic ViolationsThe attorneys at Goldstein & Stamm, P.A. have extensive experience handling a wide variety of criminal and traffic cases state-wide. If you have been charged with a crime or traffic violation, or have a pending Motor Vehicle Administration action, please contact us immediately for a free, no-obligation consultation. During the consultation, we will have an extensive discussion regarding the pending charges, explain the defenses that you may have, and ensure you have an understanding of the potential outcomes for your case.
- Sex CrimesAllegations of rape, sex offense, or sexual misconduct involve the possibility of serious collateral consequences, including: damage to reputation, immigration consequences, employment consequences, and registration requirements. In the context of the criminal justice system many of these serious crimes carry the possibility of life sentences, or lengthy prison sentences.
- MisdemeanorsA driver may also find themselves charged with crimes related to their driver’s license status. In Maryland, Driving Without a License, Driving While Suspended, and Driving While Revoked are all misdemeanors that carry the possibility of jail time if convicted. Because they carry the possibility of jail time they are “must appear citations” and therefore there is no possibility of just paying the citations in an effort to avoid having to go to court. Further, if convicted of these offenses the driver faces the possibility of the assessment of points which could again trigger a notice of suspension or revocation from the MVA.
- Drug CrimesDespite trends toward liberalization of some drug laws in various parts of the country, drug crimes are still aggressively prosecuted in Maryland.
- MurderMurder is the most serious crime in the State of Maryland. It carries a possible sentence of life imprisonment or in certain aggravated cases, the death penalty.
- Probation ViolationThe court may also order a driver convicted of drunk driving to participate in the ignition interlock program as a condition of probation. For offenses committed on or after October 1, 2011, where there is a test result of 0.15 g/210L and a conviction under § 21-902(a) or two § 21-902 convictions within five years, the court is required to order ignition interlock as a condition of probation. In the event of a test of over 0.025 g/210L or a rolling refusal, the probation officer is notified of any violations of interlock program and could attempt to violate the driver’s probation as a result. There are many viable defenses to probation violation hearings stemming from interlock failures and it is important to contact an attorney to assist in your defense.
- HomicideGetting the Blood Out!; Trial Tactics in Blood Cases; Legal Issues in Homicide Cases; So-called Drug Recognition "Experts" - Atlanta Blood Seminar - Atlanta, Ga. (Dec. 4-7, 2008)
- ShopliftingGoldstein & Stamm, P.A. handles everything from minor shoplifting cases to multi-million dollar fraud cases. For theft crimes at any level, there are various defenses that can be pursued to try to secure the best possible outcomes for our clients. We understand that the issues presented in economic crimes can be complicated and many times involve a massive amounts of documents which the prosecution will seek to offer as evidence.
- ManslaughterThe firm also has extensive experience dealing with cases involving automobile manslaughter and vehicular homicide, hit and run, fleeing and eluding, speeding, and provisional driver license cases. Goldstein & Stamm, P.A. also represents clients charged with criminal misdemeanors and felonies, violation of probation, University of Maryland student misconduct, cases in juvenile court, expungements, and appeals.
- Hit and RunUnfortunately, it is not unusual for fender benders to result in charges being filed for leaving the scene of an accident without stopping or without providing required information.
- Property Damage
- Citizenship and Naturalization
- Personal InjuryThe penalties imposed vary from county to county and judge to judge in Maryland. These are separate and distinct from penalties imposed at the Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) for test failures, refusals, and convictions. In state court a typical sentence for a first offense with no personal injury or death is as follows...