Category Archives: Crime Victim
What Rights Do Sexual Assault Victims Have in Maryland?
The State of Maryland provides certain special rights to victims of sexual assault crimes, including immediate transportation and free medical treatment. These special rights exist in addition to other legal privileges, such as attending court proceedings, giving statements in court, or asking for restitution. Before discussing specific details, however, it will be helpful to… Read More »
How Do Protective & Peace Orders Help Maryland Crime Victims?
Protective and peace orders allow the Maryland courts to act in the interest of crime victims and other abused individuals. Essentially, these orders exist as a legal mechanism to halt further crimes or abuse. Though eligibility for either a protective or peace order depends on the relationship between the perpetrator and victim, if any…. Read More »
What is Restitution & How Does it Help Maryland Crime Victims?
Restitution is a type of compensation payment available to certain crime victims in Maryland. When a victim suffers harm or injury due to another person’s criminal or delinquent act, the Maryland courts may require restitution to compensate for the loss. Though Maryland law restricts restitution to specific eligible parties in limited circumstances. Who is… Read More »
Multiple Shootings in Baltimore Create 9 Crime Victims in One Night
A rash of shootings in Baltimore created nine crime victims in one night, according to an article by The Baltimore Sun. Two of those crime victims died as a result of the gunshot wounds. These shootings took place in multiple locations across Baltimore. The most violent of these incidents was a quadruple shooting that… Read More »
What is the Difference Between Criminal Case & Civil Lawsuit for Maryland Crime Victims?
The State of Maryland provides several legal options to crime victims who suffer harm or injury as a result of a criminal act. Two of the most common options in these situations are criminal cases and civil lawsuits. In both approaches, the criminal defendant can face liability in court for their wrongful actions. Though… Read More »
Baltimore Shootings Create 7 Crime Victims in Under 24 Hours
At least seven crime victims were injured in a spree of unrelated Baltimore shootings, according to an article by The Baltimore Sun. These shootings started at approximately 10 p.m. on Memorial Day and continued into the next afternoon. North Fulton Avenue (approx. 10:18 p.m.) Police officers responded to reports of a shooting in the… Read More »
Maryland Guidelines for Treatment of Crime Victims & Representatives
Crime victims in Maryland bear a significant burden in the criminal justice system. Even after sustaining harm or injury as a result of criminal conduct, these victims are expected to testify and otherwise participate in the trial process. In recognition of the burden that crime victims face, Maryland law establishes certain protections for these… Read More »
Autopsy Confirms Baltimore Crime Victim Stabbed to Death
After completing an autopsy, the Baltimore County Police Department concluded that a crime victim was stabbed to death, according to an article by The Baltimore Sun. This stabbing incident occurred in the morning of March 29th at a residential complex in Towson. Police officers responded to the incident and arrived on the scene just… Read More »
Maryland State Compensation Board for Crime Victims
Crime victims are people who suffer harm or injury as a result of criminal activity. These victims must deal with physical and psychological consequences, sometimes even years after the crime occurred. Recognizing this unfair burden placed on crime victims, Maryland created the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board (CICB). Through a multifaceted process, the CICB can… Read More »
Baltimore Crime Victim on Life Support After Hospital Shooting
A 24-year-old Baltimore crime victim is on life support with critical injuries after a shooting at the University of Maryland Medical Center, reported The Baltimore Sun. The authorities have not yet identified the victim but reported that he is in stable condition for the time being. This act of violence occurred at approximately 7… Read More »
