Elkridge Criminal Defense Lawyer

Compassionate Criminal Law Attorney Defending Clients in Elkridge, Maryland

Simply being charged with a crime does not mean you are guilty of that crime. The presumption of innocence until being proven guilty extends to all Americans, no matter how serious the violation. If you are facing criminal charges in Elkridge, a criminal law attorney can stand up for your rights and help you take steps to help you avoid a conviction.

At The Law Offices of Gerstenfield & Demirji, PC., we are here to support you during your criminal case, providing skilled representation and counsel from start to finish. Attorney Robert Demirji has a good working relationship with prosecutors, allowing him to negotiate for a favorable outcome on your behalf.

Drug Distribution and Trafficking Charges

When a drug charge goes beyond mere possession, the penalties get much steeper. The sentencing guidelines for possession with intent to distribute, distribution, and trafficking often depend on the quantity and classification of the substance involved. Generally, if you bring a large quantity of drugs into the state of Maryland, you are likely to face trafficking charges, especially if you are suspected of belonging to a larger organization or operation. In some cases, the federal government may prosecute your case, and you may face stricter penalties if you are convicted.

Charges of possession with intent to distribute may apply when you are caught with a quantity of drugs too large to qualify as possession, but too little to merit trafficking charges. Law enforcement may seize suspicious items like measuring scales, packaging materials, or stacks of cash as evidence of drug transactions.

At The Law Offices of Gerstenfield & Demirji, PC., we can defend against drug trafficking and distribution charges with proven strategies. If your constitutional rights were violated in an illegal search, we can move to have the evidence against you suppressed and seek to have your case dismissed.

Assault Charges

In Maryland, you can be charged with assault in the first or second degree based on accusations of certain violent or threatening acts. Even if the act does not result in long-term harm, you could still face years in prison if you are convicted, so it is important that you work with an attorney to safeguard your freedoms. Depending on which degree of assault you are prosecuted for, you could face misdemeanor or felony charges, as follows:

• Assault in the Second Degree: This crime is punishable as a misdemeanor, with a possible $2,500 fine and/or a prison sentence of up to 10 years. Examples of second-degree assault include pushing, grabbing, slapping, or groping another person.
• Assault in the First Degree: This crime is punishable as a felony, with a possible prison sentence of up to 25 years. Examples of first-degree assault include shooting, stabbing, or punching someone hard enough to break their nose.

Expungement

Rehabilitating your image after a criminal conviction can be difficult. Expungement can be useful if you want to seek out new employment opportunities or repair your reputation in your community.

Not all crimes are eligible for expungement, however. Only certain nonviolent offenses can be expunged or sealed, and in some cases, you may only be considered for expungement if you only had a single conviction on record. An expungement can also erase records of your arrest for crimes you were found not guilty of or charges that were dismissed in court. At The Law Offices of Gerstenfield & Demirji, PC., we can help you initiate the process of getting your criminal record expunged or sealed.

Meet With an Elkridge, MD Criminal Defense Attorney

An encounter with the law can leave you shaken, but with a criminal law attorney at your side, you can contest serious violations and protect your freedoms. At The Law Offices of Gerstenfield & Demirji, PC., we serve residents of Elkridge and other surrounding communities, providing representation and counsel to people who have been accused of criminal offenses. To schedule a free consultation, call our offices at 301-589-9500 or contact us online.