Felony and Misdemeanor Defense

Have you been charged with a crime? Unsure where to go for help or how to protect your rights? Fighting a criminal conviction can be a frightening, overwhelming experience. Don’t try to do it alone. Our experienced defense attorneys have defended clients facing criminal charges throughout the state of Maryland, and our proven success record shows our legal expertise and commitment to securing excellent outcomes for our clients. Read on to learn what we can do for your case.

Felony Defense

The distinction between a felony and a misdemeanor is extremely important when it comes to the potential consequences and jail sentences. If you’re charged with a federal crime, a misdemeanor is any crime that carries a potential period of incarceration of one year or less. In Maryland, misdemeanors and felonies are determined by statute. A felony conviction can result in severe fines and extended jail time. Here are some of the crimes that are automatically considered felonies in Maryland:

• Murder

• Robbery

• First degree assault

• First degree sexual assault

• Crimes against property, including major theft, arson, and burglary

• Drug distribution or possession with intent to distribute

Having a felony conviction on your record will have an impact for your entire life. Felony convictions can very rarely be expunged. In addition to prison time and high fines, convicted felons lose many of the civil rights normally afforded to United States citizens. They may not be allowed to hold public office, join the military, or even vote in elections in the future. Since employers and landlords are allowed to ask about past convictions and conduct criminal record checks, it can also be difficult to secure employment or stable housing with one of these crimes on your record.

The consequences of a single crime can follow you for the rest of your life. This is why it is so important to find a lawyer who can mount an effective defense, obtain a dismissal or not guilty finding, or at a minimum secure reduced charges from a felony to a misdemeanor. The criminal defense attorneys at A.Y. Gross Law have many years of experience arguing criminal cases in State and Federal court across the state of Maryland, protecting the rights of clients like you. We know how to defend these cases effectively and secure the best results.