AFFORDABLE HAGERSTOWN CRIMINAL LAWYER
A respected and affordable Hagerstown MD criminal lawyer. Familiar with Washington County MD District Court. I can help to either dismiss or lower your charges.
Steven Ameche, Esq.
Competent Hagerstown Criminal Defense Attorney
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(240) 705-8960
Hagerstown Office Location: 201 Prospect Ave, Hagerstown, MD 21742
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Indeed, an affordable Hagerstown MD criminal lawyer. Mr. Ameche has successfully handled all types of Washington County, MD traffic and criminal law cases. Further, he is familiar with the Washington County District Court system. Moreover, Mr. Ameche is proud to offer his clients over 27 years of in the trenches experience. Accordingly, he is a skilled and well respected Hagerstown, MD criminal attorney. Mr. Ameche will try to get the best outcome for your case. Hence, he is a seasoned Maryland criminal attorney. His goal is simply to achieve the best possible results for each of his clients in every case he handles.
Some Criminal Defense Lawyer Areas of Practice
ASSAULT
THEFT
DISORDERLY CONDUCT
WEAPONS
DRUG CRIMES
PROSTITUTION
Traffic Law areas that an affordable Hagerstown MD criminal lawyer can help you with…
DUI
HIT & RUN
TRAFFIC TICKETS
BENCH WARRANTS
SUSPENDED LICENSE
DRIVING WITHOUT INSURANCE
MOST FELONY & MISDEMEANORS
Benefits of Choosing Our Hagerstown Lawyer Criminal Defense Office
• Legal Knowledge – Mr. Ameche presents as a highly trained legal professional. Further, he understands the specifics of Maryland criminal law and also the Washington County court system.
• Specific Experience – Hire a lawyer who has handled other criminal and traffic cases similar to yours. Most lawyers concentrate on only a few areas. For instance, a landlord/tenant lawyer may not understand the criminal law system. A lawyer unfamiliar with criminal defense law may not be able to get you a favorable outcome.
• A Skilled Negotiator – A good Hagerstown criminal defense attorney can negotiate with the State prosecutor. A skilled legal samurai knows how to obtain a favorable outcome. And possibly even have the charges dismissed.
Why Not Use the Public Defender’s Office?
Washington County certainly has many skilled public defenders. Also, it’s a free service – assuming you qualify. However, you will have no choice in choosing your lawyer. Also, public defenders carry a large caseload. Accordingly, they may not have as much time to put into your case. You may likely only be able to speak with your public defender once or twice before your trial date. Lastly, when you show up on your court date, you will have to share your lawyer with many other defendants. Perhaps dozens.
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 criminal defense lawyer and traffic attorney 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, respect – and in my opinion… impeccable manners.
DUI Charges and your Hagerstown Criminal Lawyer
Police actively search for drunk drivers. This goes on day and night. This includes law enforcement from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. The Maryland State Police. Also, the City of Hagerstown Police Department. They patrol the streets and highways of Washington County, MD seeking impaired drivers. Further, the likelihood of a police stop between 12:00AM and 6:00AM is even greater.
Indeed, it is illegal to operate a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. A Hagerstown Criminal lawyer may be able to help dismiss or lower your DUI charges.
A Hagerstown MD criminal attorney for theft crimes…
An experienced Hagerstown theft lawyer can help you with the charges of felony or misdemeanor theft, shoplifting, burglary and scheme.
∼ Theft Offenses:
Misdemeanor theft of property or services with a value of less than $100.
Misdemeanor theft of property or services with a value of less than $1,000.
Felony theft of property or services of at least $1,000 but less than $10,000.
Felony theft of property or services of at least $10,000 but less than $100k.
∼ Scheme
Sometimes several thefts happen in one continuing course or scheme. Accordingly, the State may add up the total value of the stolen items and charge with an additional count.
An affordable Hagerstown Criminal lawyer can help to either dismiss or lower theft charges
∼ About Restitution
You’re going to have to pay it back. A person left with a theft crime may also have to repay the victim for the value of the property.
∼ Assault
A quality Hagerstown assault lawyer can help you with your first or second degree assault charge.
First Degree Assault
A charge of First Degree Assault will include one of the following:
1. Intentionally causing serious physical injury to another.
2. Attempting to cause serious physical injury to another.
3. Also, using a firearm during an assault.
A serious physical injury occurs when the injuries cause a risk of death or permanent damage.
First degree assault is a felony – up to 25 years in prison.
Second Degree Assault
Second Degree Assault is a step down from First Degree Assault. This charge usually comes when there is an assault that does not result in serious injury. Generally, this is an unwanted touching of another person.
Second Degree Assault is a misdemeanor. However, do not take this lightly. It carries a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison.
Lastly, an assault on a police officer is a felony.
An affordable Hagerstown MD criminal lawyer can help with a fair result.
An Affordable Hagerstown Criminal Lawyer for Reckless Endangerment
Reckless Endangerment occurs when a person recklessly puts someone at risk of death or seriously physical injury.
The offense of Reckless Endangerment is not an intentional act. For example, diving off of a stage into a crowd. Also, shooting a gun on New Year’s eve.
Reckless Endangerment is a misdemeanor. Hence, it can result in jail time not exceeding 5 years. Also, a fine not exceeding $5,000.
MD. Code §3-204
Drug Crimes
– A knowledgeable Hagerstown criminal drug crimes attorney can help. Information on drug possession or distribution of drugs offenses…
Drug Type:
1) Schedule 1 drugs: Ecstasy, LSD, and Heroin.
2) Schedule 2 drugs: Cocaine and Morphine.
3) Schedule 3 drugs: Anabolic steroids and Vicodin.
4) Schedule 4 drugs: Ambien, Xanax, and Valium.
5) Schedule 5 drugs: Lyrica and cough suppressants.
Penalty for Possession:
Controlled Substances (excluding marijuana) | Such as heroin (smack, tar, junk, white), cocaine (blow, coke) and methamphetamines (meth).
• Maximum penalty of up to 4 years and/or $25,000 fine.
Drug Paraphernalia | Use or possession with intent to use (i.e., syringes).
• Maximum – 4 years and/or $25,000 fine.
Prostitution Charges and an Affordable Hagerstown Criminal Lawyer
This crime can be embarrassing. Further, keeping this type of charge off of your record should be a priority. Sometimes doing a little community service can help. An affordable Hagerstown MD criminal lawyer may have a solution.
Indeed, 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 Hagerstown MD battle-hardened criminal attorney. He is ready, willing and able to address your legal concerns.
In short, call or text (240) 705-8960. Also, email us at [email protected].
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