Oleg Fastovsky Attorney at Law

Fighting a criminal offense can be frightening and intimidating, especially to someone who has never navigated the criminal justice system. Being arrested, charged with a criminal offense, and appearing in court, differs greatly in reality from what courtroom dramas on television portray, so it is not a process that most are familiar with or understand.

An experienced Annapolis criminal defense attorney is both familiar with the local process and is able to navigate the system while ensuring that your rights are protected. En Español.

Criminal Charges
The type of cases that can result in criminal charges being filed can range from comparatively minor crimes, such as reckless driving or shoplifting, to serious offenses, such as sex crimes or murder. While the penalty for any criminal offense corresponds to the nature of the charge, even a relatively nominal period of incarceration for a misdemeanor offense may result in a loss of employment and housing.

Crimes in Annapolis are not statutorily classified as misdemeanor or felonies, but charges that are punishable with less than a year incarceration, fines that do not exceed $1,000, or both, are commonly considered misdemeanors.

When the penalty is greater, the charge is considered a felony, which is further penalized by a loss of the right to vote and own a firearm. Regardless of whether the charge is a misdemeanor or felony, it does become a part of your criminal record, which can impact your opportunities after serving your sentence.

Practice Areas:

Traffic
DUI
Sex Crimes
Assault