AFFORDABLE MARYLAND CRIMINAL LAWYER

An affordable Maryland criminal lawyer. Familiar with the Maryland court system. I may be able to dismiss or lower your charges.

Steven Ameche, Esq.

Competent Maryland Criminal Attorney

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(240) 705-8960

Hagerstown, Frederick County, Cumberland, Westminster, Ellicott City, Rockville. Silver Spring, Oakland, Hyattsville, Upper Marlboro, PG County, Anne Arundel County. Glen Burnie, Essex, Baltimore, Allegany County. Towson, Washington County, Montgomery County, Howard County.

ACHIEVING THE BEST POSSIBLE RESULTS

Charged with a crime? Indeed, an affordable MD criminal defense lawyer. Mr. Ameche has successfully handled all types of Maryland criminal law cases. Further, he is familiar with the nuances of the Maryland court system. Moreover, Mr. Ameche is proud to offer his clients over 28 years of in the trenches experience. Accordingly, he is a skilled and well respected MD criminal defense attorney. Mr. Ameche will try to get the best outcome for your criminal defense cases. Hence, he is a seasoned criminal attorney. His goal is simply to achieve the best possible results. He does this for each of his clients in every criminal case he handles.

Some Criminal Defense Lawyer Areas of Practice

 ASSAULT
 THEFT
 DISORDERLY CONDUCT
 WEAPONS
 DRUG CRIMES
 PROSTITUTION

Traffic Law areas that an experienced Maryland criminal defense lawyer can help you with…

 DUI
 HIT & RUN
 TRAFFIC TICKETS
 BENCH WARRANTS
 SUSPENDED LICENSE
 DRIVING WITHOUT INSURANCE
 MOST FELONY & MISDEMEANORS

Important Information on Failure to Appear in Court

Failure to show up in court on your scheduled court date could result in a drivers license suspension. This is a Failure to Appear. Sometimes shortened to FTA.  Additionally, there are some circumstances where the court may issue a bench warrant. For instance, if you were facing a jailable offense. Further, you may have failed to appear on your court date. If so, then there is a possibility that the court has issued a warrant for your arrest. A criminal defense attorney can help.

Better to hire a lawyer beforehand – If you come into contact with police – you may wind up sitting in jail. They can hold you until your court date. Also, they can extradite you if you are out of state. We can remove the warrant. Further, we can file a motion to recall. You will get a new court date. You can wait at home for the new court date – instead of in jail. At home you can choose what and where to eat. When at home, you can choose to eat organic… or at McDonalds. There are no happy meals in jail. In jail you eat bologna sandwiches. A criminal lawyer can remove the warrant. MC § 5-212

DUI Defense and your Maryland Criminal Lawyer

Police actively search for drunk drivers. This goes on day and night. This includes law enforcement from the local county Sheriff’s offices. The Maryland State Police. Also, the local city police departments. They patrol the streets and highways of Maryland seeking impaired drivers. Further, the likelihood of a police stop between 12:00AM and 6:00AM is even greater. It is illegal to operate a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. A Maryland criminal attorney may be able to help dismiss or lower your DUI charges.

An Assault Charge and Self-Defense – Unfortunately, the State prosecutors sometimes file charges for assault even if you were acting in self-defense. You must be able to protect yourself. However, there are limitations. It has to be reasonable. What about mutual combat? Did you both consent to the fight? An experienced criminal lawyer can offer guidance. 

A Prostitution charge can be a sensitive situation – This crime can be embarrassing. Further, keeping a prostitution charge off of your record should be a priority. Sometimes, doing a little community service can help. Hence, defense attorneys in Maryland may have a solution.

Presumed Innocent – You’ve heard this on television and in films – innocent until proven guilty. The State has the burden of proving you did it. If the State can’t prove it – you walk. We will meticulously listen to all facts presented against you and measure their weight against your innocence. Criminal charges can be defeated.

I will challenge any evidence that tends to question your innocence. I will object to any evidence that does not conform with the Rules of Evidence. We will search for weaknesses in the State’s case. My goal will be to steer your case so that it stands well within the beyond a reasonable doubt area.  

Trust and Respect – If you appear in court often enough. If you know how to read people. Also, if you know and understand the particular court system. When you have a well respected lawyer. You will get a good outcome. Indeed, the Maryland criminal and traffic lawyer community is a small and close knit group. In short, everybody knows everybody. And most importantly, there is mutual respect. It really comes down to trust, knowledge – and in my opinion… impeccable manners.

Indeed, an affordable criminal defense in Maryland lawyer. Mr. Ameche practices in Maryland and the District of Columbia. Further, he has argued in front of the US Third Circuit Court of Appeals. Proudly, Mr. Ameche is a graduate of the University of Central Florida and recipient of the UCF distinguished alumni award. Lastly, Steven Ameche is a licensed and insured State of Maryland battle-hardened Maryland criminal defense attorney.

In short, call or text (240) 705-8960. Also, email us at [email protected]. Lastly, hire a valid criminal law attorney. Accordingly, you can check bar admission with the State of Maryland – Attorney License Check Here. Thank you for visiting our criminal law firm and legal services practice areas. If you are charged with a crime, please call for a free consultation. If you are facing criminal charges in Maryland – we can help. We welcome frequently asked questions.