CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY IN BALTIMORE

When it's time to call a Baltimore criminal defense attorney, you can count on the professionals at the Law Offices of David B. Shapiro. We provide representation for a wide range of legal issues, from DUI to burglary, and we fight aggressively to defend your rights and your freedom. We offer strong and committed advocacy every step of the way.

Being charged with a crime is a serious matter, and choosing the right lawyer to defend you is an essential part of getting the best ruling on your case. At the Law Offices of David B. Shapiro, we give every case the individualized attention it deserves. From your initial consultation to negotiations to trial, you will be glad to have us on your side. We provide defense in such cases as:

• DUI
• Shoplifting
• Assault
• Burglary
• Drug possession and distribution
• Domestic violence

We bring 22 years of experience to each case, and a solid record of getting the best possible outcomes for our clients. For the first consultation we'll even come to the jail if that's where you are. From the moment you hire our services, we are here for you.

If you need a Baltimore criminal defense attorney, you don't have to look any further than the Law Offices of David B. Shapiro. We go the extra mile for our clients! Don't wait, call us today.

DUI LAWYER IN BALTIMORE There are two ways that the state tries to prove that you were driving under the influence. It can attempt to prove that you were impaired and should not have been driving, or it can prove that your blood alcohol or breath alcohol level was .08 percent or higher. The prosecution uses field sobriety tests, blood tests and breath tests to prove its case. Because the state tries to present these methods as infallible, it is critical to have a lawyer who understands how law enforcement builds its case. The penalties are significant if you are convicted of drunk driving. This is an area where many criminal defense lawyers do not have the very specific knowledge and know-how of this highly complicated area of law...sometimes hiring the wrong lawyer may be no better than not hiring a lawyer at all. ...READ MORE

BALTIMORE RETAIL THEFT / SHOPLIFTING ATTORNEY According to Maryland state law, a person commits the offense of retail theft when they knowingly and unlawfully remove items from a retail store, without paying the full retail value of those items. Generally, a retail theft is a Class A Misdemeanor offense. This means it is punishable by up to 364 days in the county jail and up to a $2,500.00 fine. If the person is accused of stealing merchandise with a retail value in excess of $150.00, the prosecutor may decide to charge the individual with a Class 3 Felony, punishable by up to 5 years in prison and a $25,000.00 fine. If the accused has previously been convicted of retail theft, the prosecutor can charge that individual with felony retail theft for every future retail theft. ...READ MORE

BALTIMORE ASSAULT & BATTERY LAWYER At the Law Offices of David B. Shapiro, we offer free initial consultations to those accused of assault or battery in Baltimore and the State of Maryland. Mr. Shapiro has handled hundreds of trials in Baltimore and recognizes that convictions come with harsh penalties. His practice is committed to providing aggressive criminal defense to the accused. ...READ MORE

BALTIMORE CREDIT CARD FRAUD DEFENSE Credit card fraud is rampant in the United States and continues to increase every year. It is important to know that perpetrators of credit card fraud are not just identity thieves. Unsuspecting consumers who use credit cards are also subjected to fraudulent and deceptive practices of credit card companies. ...READ MORE

BALTIMORE DRUG DEFENSE ATTORNEY According to Maryland state law, drug charges are classified according to the type of drug involved, as well as the amount of the drug that is found (based on the drug’s weight). In the most serious drug offense cases, the accused can be facing anywhere from 30 years to life in prison, particularly if the defendant has previous felony convictions or is also convicted of other serious crimes, such as homicide or aggravated assault. ...READ MORE

BALTIMORE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE LAWYER Baltimore domestic violence lawyer David B. Shapiro has been successfully defending those accused of domestic violence for years. He is an experienced criminal defense attorney who pays attention to detail. He will evaluate all the details of your arrest and dig deep beneath the surface to find out not only what happened but why. For a thorough defense in your case, contact Mr. Shapiro today. ...READ MORE

BALTIMORE ROBBERY / BURGLARY ATTORNEY According to Maryland state law, burglary is defined as the act of entering a building, trailer, motor vehicle, aircraft, etc. without the owner’s permission with the intent of stealing something (or committing another felony). While burglary charges in Maryland are generally considered to be Class 2 felonies, should the event take place in a school or place of worship, it will be elevated to a Class 1 felony, which carries significantly harsher sentences. As one of the most common property crimes committed in Baltimore, robbery is a severe charge that can result in prison sentences upwards of 50 years, depending on the nature of the crime. ...READ MORE