Legal Question in Traffic Law in Maryland

traffic violation for leaving the scene of a parking lot scrape..i never even knew i scraped another car...i went inside and shopped and came back out and went home and the police came and charged me ...court is tomorrow and i have no money for an lawyer now what options do i have?


Asked on 8/28/16, 7:28 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

William Welch William L. Welch, III Attorney

If a charge, carries the possibility of jail as a penalty, the Office of the Public Defender might appoint a lawyer for you. OPD requires you to apply at least 10 business days before your court date. Ask the Court for a postponement and apply to OPD.

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Answered on 8/29/16, 3:37 am


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