Blog Posts in 2013

Dangers of Distracted Driving

The National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA) reports that motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children aged 4 and for every age 11 through 27. The mission of the NHTSA is to reduce the numbers of injuries, deaths, and economic losses caused by motor vehicle crashes. In 2011, 32,367 people were killed in approximately 5,338,000 police-reported car accidents, and ...

Maryland's Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act

As of July of 2011, Maryland complied with the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act, which was passed by Congress in 2006. In order to become compliant, Maryland made sweeping changes to its existing sex offender laws. In Maryland, sex offenses are divided into 3 tiers with tier 3 offenses being the most severe and with tier 1 offenses being the least severe. Those who are convicted of a ...

Overview of Traumatic Brain Injuries

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports that traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious public health concern in the United States. Every year various forms of traumatic brain injuries contribute to a significant number of deaths and cases of permanent disability. What is a traumatic brain injury? A TBI can be caused by a bump or a sudden blow to the head, or it can involve a penetrating head ...

40 Pounds of Marijuana Found in Driver's Minivan

Frederick, MD – According to the Maryland State Police, they found 40 pounds of marijuana in the back of a man's minivan after troopers pulled him over on Interstate 70. The police said that the van driven by the 52-year-old Michigan resident had a faulty taillight. The troopers report that the suspect appeared nervous when speaking with the officer after he was pulled over. Based on the man's ...