Category Archives: Drug Crime

Arrest in Dover Casino Leads to Drug Charges

ARREST IN DOVER CASINO LEADS TO DRUG CHARGES

A 20-year-old woman and a 29-year-old man have been charged with possession of heroin after being arrested at a Dover Casino. According to a WMDT news report, the arrest occurred on the Dover Downs Hotel and Casino on DuPont Highway in Dover. Witnesses reportedly saw the woman ask guests for painkillers and that security observed her exchange […]

Two Calvert County Recent Drug Arrests Made

Two Calvert County Recent Drug Arrests Made

The Calvert County criminal defense attorneys at the firm of Alpert Schreyer know that being charged with a drug crime is a serious matter that can impact your future for a lifetime. As reported by Star983.com, a Calvert County deputy observed a subject stopped at a red light allegedly inhaling a substance from a glass smoking […]

Recent Drug Arrests — St. Mary’s County

Recent Drug Arrests — St. Mary's County

As reported by SMNewsNet.com, detectives recently received a report that a Mechanicsville man was involved in the distribution of crack cocaine. Undercover purchases were successfully made leading to the suspect being indicted and arrested. The accused was held without bond upon arrest. Detectives reportedly observed a male suspect, age 30, from Mechanicsville distribute tablets to another […]

Crystal Meth Possession Federal and Maryland State Penalties

Crystal Meth Possession Federal and Maryland State Penalties

Crystal meth, or methamphetamine, is a powerful psychological and physical stimulant that is highly addictive. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) has focused more attention on meth-related crimes in recent years, and the passing of the Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005 placed a number of restrictions on all forms of methamphetamine. The possession of crystal […]

Prosecutors Bid to Increase Penalties for PCP Drug Possession

Prosecutors Bid to Increase Penalties for PCP Drug Possession

Washington D.C. prosecutors are weighing support for the city’s bid to increase PCP drug possession charges to felony charges under the pretext that violent psychosis caused by the drug warrants the increase of punishment. Based on a recent article, defense lawyers argue that possession of the drug without intent to sell should not garner long-term […]