Criminal Defense in Maryland

Maryland classifies offenses as felonies and misdemeanors with the distinction of "common law" and "statutory" crimes. Defense costs range $3,000-$6,000 for misdemeanors to $10,000-$65,000 for felonies. Maryland's criminal code has undergone recent reform with the Justice Reinvestment Act reducing penalties for drug offenses and expanding eligibility for probation. Montgomery and Prince George's counties have distinct judicial practices given their proximity to DC. Maryland eliminated the death penalty in 2013. The state has comprehensive pretrial services and drug treatment court programs.