Gaithersburg, MD Criminal Defense Attorneys

Aggressive Lawyers Representing Clients Facing Criminal Charges in Gaithersburg

An encounter with the law can be a panic-inducing experience, especially if you have never been arrested before. A conviction for a misdemeanor or felony charge can come with fines ranging from hundreds to thousands of dollars, along with the threat of incarceration. If you have been accused of a crime in Gaithersburg, our criminal defense lawyers can advocate for you in a court of law.

At Salvado Law Offices, our attorneys have the resources and experience to help you fight a criminal charge. No matter how serious the allegations against you may be, our attorneys are prepared to represent your best interests.

Drug Crimes

The penalties for a drug crime in Maryland can vary drastically depending on the type of drug in your possession, the quantity of drugs, and whether the drugs were intended for personal use or distribution. The courts may be more lenient with first offenders in cases involving non-violent charges, with the possibility of alternative sentencing in the form of drug diversion programs.

If you have been accused of trafficking drugs into the state, you could face much more serious penalties. When a drug crime crosses state lines, it is highly likely that you will face federal drug charges, which often come with more severe penalties.

However, not all drug arrests are legitimate. It is not uncommon for law enforcement officers to pull drivers over for frivolous offenses like failing to signal in order to get evidence for a drug charge. Our attorneys can investigate the procedures used by police, state troopers, and federal officers to see if your Constitutional rights were violated, and if so, we will push to have the charges dismissed.

Assault/Battery

In Maryland, assault and battery are grouped under the same charge of assault. Threats of physical harm, actual physical harm, or actions intended to cause physical harm all constitute assault. Depending on the circumstances of your arrest, you could be charged with a misdemeanor or a felony for assault.

Second-degree assault is a misdemeanor offense, and it may involve violent acts or threats of harm against another person. The penalties for second-degree assault in Maryland are steep, including a potential prison sentence of up to 10 years and a fine of no more than $2,500. Bar fights and domestic disputes can lead to second-degree assault charges.

First-degree assault involves violent acts resulting in serious bodily harm. Even if no injuries were inflicted, you could still face first degree charges if you had a clear intent to cause severe bodily harm. Threats with a firearm may constitute first-degree assault, as well as acts like strangulation or stabbing. On a conviction, you could face up to 25 years in prison with a felony on your record.

At Salvado Law Offices, we can look for mitigating circumstances in your assault case such as self-defense. We will examine all possible angles to help get the charges reduced or dropped.

Gun Crimes

In Maryland, criminal offenses carried out with a gun frequently result in aggravated charges, such as first-degree rape or robbery. If you are convicted on felony charges, you will lose your right to own a gun, with serious criminal penalties if you are caught with a firearm in your possession. The state of Maryland law also forbids convicted domestic violence offenders from possessing firearms.

Any criminal offense involving a gun will be taken seriously in court. As such, it is critical that you work with a skilled criminal defense lawyer who can argue for your best interests before a judge.

Meet With a Gaithersburg, Maryland Criminal Defense Lawyer

Have you been charged with a crime in Gaithersburg? Our criminal defense attorneys can help with multiple types of offenses, including sex crimes and DUI charges. To schedule a free consultation, call our offices at 301-933-1814 or contact us online.