General Criminal Articles

• Age of Consent
  The age of consent refers to the legal age in which someone may engage in sexual activity.
• Can the state take my stuff? Seizure and Civil Forfeiture of Property
  This article introduces government seizure and forfeiture of personal property, explains the procedure, and provides information on how a property owner can respond when the government takes property.
• Children in Need of Supervision (CINS)
  A Child In Need of Supervision is a child who needs guidance, treatment, or rehabilitation, and falls under one of three categories.
• DUI/DWI
  This article describes Maryland's driving while impaired by alcohol laws.
• Felony or misdemeanor
  In Maryland, crimes are either considered felonies or misdemeanors. Traditionally, felonies are considered more serious crimes, but in fact, both felonies and misdemeanors can carry very long sentences.
• Frequently Asked Questions about Juvenile Expungement
  The juvenile expungement law establishes a procedure through which a person with a juvenile record can ask a court to have the record "expunged" (removed from public view).
• Juvenile System & Juvenile Courts
  Overview of Maryland's Juvenile Justice System
• Possession of Less than 10 grams of Marijuana in Maryland
  In Maryland, possession or use of less than 10 grams of marijuana is not a criminal offense. Possession or use of up to 10 grams of marijuana is still illegal, however, and carries civil penalties.
• Steps in the Juvenile Record Expungement Process
  This article explains the steps in the juvenile record expungement process.
• The Crime of Child Neglect
  Maryland law makes it a crime to fail to provide for children in your care.
• Using Baltimore City 911 to Report Crimes
  This page is designed for neighborhood activists who are calling the Baltimore City 911 system to report a crime, especially to report drug dealing.