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The Law Offices of A.H. Michael Rankin offers the highest quality of criminal law expertise in Southern Maryland. We have provided superb representation and legal advice to our clients for over 37 years.
Perhaps no single branch of the law draws more attention than the area of criminal law. Popular television shows would have their viewers believe that all persons who are arrested or charged with crime are guilty. There is a strong tendency to also believe that if you are innocent and wrongfully charged, that justice will prevail. These apprehensions could not be further from reality. Good people also get charged with crimes. Mistakes are made. Whether right or wrong, there are certain cautions that are advisable.
Remain silent - Give only your name, address and where you work, etc. The great majority of convictions in the United States occur because of the confessions of guilt or inadvertent admissions of guilt immediately or shortly after arrest. Even though we have all heard that upon arrest it is best not to say anything, human nature is to come to one's own defense and either attempt to explain their actions or respond to police interrogation because of a misguided belief that cooperation will make things easier for them. Make no mistake about it, if you are approached by the police regarding a possible criminal offense you can be assured that most of the time the focus is on you as the perpetrator. Very seldom does an arrest occur in the presence of your attorney.
Call a lawyer - or have a friend or relative do so immediately.
Attorney A.H. Michael Rankin has tried major felonies from homicide to federal drug charges in U.S. District Courts of Maryland and the District of Columbia. He also handles DUI cases and other misdemeanors.
Call The Law Offices of A.H. Michael Rankin today at 301-952-0995 if you or a loved one has been arrested or charged with a criminal offense. Please browse our website for more information on our family law and personal injury practices. If you have any other questions or comments, please contact us.
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