Salisbury Criminal Defense Lawyer
Salisbury is by far the largest city in Wicomico County and as far as permanent residential population is the largest city on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. During the summer its population is handily eclipsed by Ocean City, but Salisbury is widely considered the commercial hub of the Delmarva Peninsula. There are two state courthouses in Wicomico County, and both are located in downtown Salisbury. The District Court is on Baptist Street and the Circuit Court is just a block away on Court Street. Anyone who is arrested in Wicomico County will see the District Court Commissioner for an initial appearance. The commissioner can decide to release the defendant or hold him or her without bail. In violent crimes, domestic cases and gun offenses most commissioners will hold the defendant without bail, but an attorney may be able to argue for release on recognizance or on an unsecured bail. Those who are held by the commissioner will be taken before a District Court judge for a bail review on the next business day. Benjamin Herbst is a Wicomico County bail review lawyer who is on standby to represent your loved one. He is also available to argue for release in front of the commissioner.
Misdemeanor cases, traffic violations and felony theft cases are handled from start to finish in the District Court. If the penalty is over 90 days a defendant may request a jury trial in order to transfer the case to the Circuit Court. In many jurisdictions transferring a case to circuit court is a wise tactical decision, though it really depends on the type of charge, and they judge who is handling the case on the day of the District Court. Benjamin Herbst is a Salisbury criminal defense lawyer with extensive experience representing clients in both the district and circuit courts. Wicomico County is generally thought of as a relatively strict county, but this again depends on the type of charge, the prosecutor and the judge.
The overall crime rate in Wicomico County is higher than most Eastern Shore counties, and the number of violent crimes such as robbery, first-degree assault and attempted murder rivals some of the Baltimore and D.C. metro area localities. As a result, there is a large police presence from the Wicomico County Sheriff and the Salisbury Police. Benjamin has successfully represented clients charged with felony offenses such as drug distribution, illegal possession of a firearm, robbery, attempted murder and aggravated assault. He has won numerous jury trials for violent felony offenses including a recent acquittal for assault in the first degree. Benjamin also an experienced Salisbury juvenile criminal lawyer who does whatever it takes to protect your child’s future. He specializes in gun cases and other felony cases where 16- and 17-year-olds are charged as adults by state law. He is standing by to represent you or a loved one in any type of criminal case in Wicomico County and is available for a free consultation at 410-207-2598. Benjamin provides all clients with his cell phone number and is available to discuss your case on nights and weekends. He takes pride in always being in touch with his clients and their families, as being available is extremely important in criminal cases where the stakes are high no matter the type of charge.
Client Reviews
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"I am writing this letter to thank you for doing such a great job in my case. If it were not for what you did I would still be in jail right now. My family and I are very grateful I have a second chance at life now, and if it wouldn't be like this if you were not so good at what you do. Thank you again Benjamin!" T.S.
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"I want to commend you on the excellent representation that you provided on my son's case case. I truly appreciate everything you have done. You are a dedicated, very professional, and caring individual. We both wish you the utmost success in your legal career and future endeavors." Raquel and Joseph M.
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"Thank you for all the time and effort that you put into defending my case. You were willing to fight for me when nobody else would believe my story, and you did not back down from the prosecutor. Another lawyer would have urged me to plead guilty, but you were willing to fight for me, and in the end justice was served. I appreciate everything you did and wish you all the best." Fred D.