Legal Question in Criminal Law in Maryland

My son and his girlfriend recently broke up. While they were together, she would frequently give him her debit card and PIN for him to withdrawl money from her checking account. Now she is accusing him of stealing from her. Is this a valid complaint even though she freely gave him the card and PIN?


Asked on 7/08/10, 12:20 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Scott Athen, Esquire Law Offices of Scott C. Athen, P.C.

Valid (chargeable) and provable are two different things. Unfortunately, it does not take much to file charges in the State of Maryland. Based on what you have written, there MAY be a defense to potential charges. That said, it is still theoretically possible for the State to prove your son guilty of some charge. You should contact an experienced attorney to discuss your case.

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Answered on 7/08/10, 3:28 pm
William Welch William L. Welch, III Attorney

Ultimately, you son will need evidence that he had permission on the occasions when he has been accused of stealing. While this will probably boil down to "he said she said," he should prepare and the sooner the better.

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Answered on 7/08/10, 4:50 pm
Jason Cleckner Law Office of Jason Cleckner, LLC

It may be. He needs to get a lawyer immediately and DON'T TALK TO THE POLICE. Barring actual proof at this late time (I assume it's been awhile since the ATM transactions occurred), the only evidence the State may have is his admission, if he talks to the police.

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Answered on 7/09/10, 6:00 am


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