Glen Burnie's Criminal Defense Attorney Has Never Lost a Murder Trial
I am a criminal defense attorney in Glen Burnie, MD who has practiced law in Maryland since 1991, and there is nothing in this court system I have not already faced. If your freedom is on the line, call me before you make any decisions, including whether to answer questions from law enforcement.
Felony, Misdemeanor, DUI, and Traffic Defense: Every Case Handled Personally
Whether you are facing a first-time misdemeanor or a serious felony in Anne Arundel County, the most consequential decision you will make is who stands next to you in that courtroom. I handle criminal defense at every level in Maryland courts — personally, from the first call through the final resolution. You get me, not an associate you did not hire.
If your matter involves charges in Washington, DC or a case under federal jurisdiction, I am licensed in all three venues. Most Glen Burnie area criminal defense attorneys are not.
A 17-Case Murder Record With Zero Losses
Does Not Happen by Accident.
Before I was the LawChampion, I was already one.
Felony Defense in Maryland
A felony conviction in Maryland carries potential prison time, substantial fines, permanent record consequences, and the long-term loss of civil rights including voting and firearm eligibility. The stakes demand an attorney who prepares every case as if it is going to trial, because sometimes it does — and you need someone with a trial record that the prosecution takes seriously before anyone enters a courtroom.
Before I was the LawChampion, I was already one.
Misdemeanor Defense: The Conviction That Follows You
A misdemeanor in Maryland may not carry a prison sentence, but a conviction follows you on background checks, affects professional licensing, and can influence future proceedings if charges arise again. I treat every case I accept with the full weight of my preparation, regardless of where it falls on the charge scale.
Before I was the LawChampion, I was already one.
DUI and DWI Defense in Maryland
A DUI or DWI conviction in Maryland carries license suspension, mandatory education requirements, ignition interlock installation, higher insurance costs, and potential jail time on repeat offenses. The evidence in a DUI case — the traffic stop, the field sobriety testing, the breathalyzer result — is challengeable at every stage. I evaluate all of it before advising on any course of action.
Before I was the LawChampion, I was already one.
Traffic Offense Defense: Consequences Most People Underestimate
Serious traffic offenses in Maryland — reckless driving, driving on a suspended license, leaving the scene of a collision — carry license points, suspension, potential jail time, and insurance consequences that compound over time. A traffic charge deserves the same honest evaluation as any other criminal matter. I will tell you directly what your options are and what I think the right path forward looks like.
What a 17-Case Murder Record
With Zero Losses
Means for Your Defense
Handling 17 murder cases without a single loss is not the product of favorable circumstances. Murder cases in Maryland are the hardest cases the court system handles — the prosecution is resourced, the evidence is extensive, and the consequences of a loss are as permanent as they come. That record comes from one thing: preparation that leaves the other side no room.
That approach shapes how every case I take is handled from day one. Prosecutors know when a defense attorney is trial-ready. They also know when one is not. My record is what I walk in with, and it changes the calculation before a single motion is filed — in plea negotiations, in discovery, and at every decision point between charge and resolution.
If you are weighing whether to accept a plea offer or fight the charge, I will work through that decision with you directly, not through a paralegal summarizing notes. A plea is a permanent decision. It deserves a real conversation with the attorney who would be trying your case.
What to Do When You're Charged or Arrested in Maryland
Step 1: Say Nothing Until You Have an Attorney
You have a constitutional right to remain silent and a right to counsel. Exercise both immediately. Law enforcement is trained to gather information in the hours following an arrest, and anything you say, however reasonable it seems, can be used against you. Do not answer questions, make statements, or try to explain your way out of the situation before you have spoken to a criminal defense attorney.
Step 2: Call a Criminal Defense Attorney Before Anything Else
The decisions made in the first 24 to 48 hours of a criminal case shape everything that follows. Evidence is being gathered. Witnesses are being interviewed. You need an attorney in the process from the earliest possible point. Call or text 443-672-8529. Our team is reachable by phone, text, and email, including outside of business hours.
Step 3: Preserve Every Piece of Potentially Relevant Information
Text messages, emails, photographs, social media posts, receipts, location data — preserve all of it. Do not delete anything on the assumption that it looks bad for you. Your attorney determines what is relevant and how to handle it. Deleting material can create separate legal exposure.
Step 4: Comply With Every Condition of Release and Every Court Date
Failing to appear in Maryland court is a separate criminal charge. Every condition of bail or recognizance release is mandatory. I will walk you through exactly what is required at each stage of your case so that no procedural misstep becomes a problem of its own.
What Drives My Work
Federal Criminal Charges Require
a Federally Licensed Attorney
Most criminal defense attorneys practicing in the Glen Burnie area hold Maryland state bar admission. Federal criminal charges — drug trafficking, firearms offenses, federal fraud, and other matters under federal jurisdiction — require separate admission to federal court, and not every state-licensed attorney holds it.
I am admitted to practice in federal court and have been since the beginning of my career. If you are facing federal charges in Maryland or Washington, DC, I can represent you in the federal system, which operates under its own procedural rules, its own sentencing guidelines, and its own evidentiary standards that differ materially from Maryland state court.
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What People Facing Criminal Charges Ask Before They Call
What happens after my first criminal charge in Maryland?
After an arrest and booking, you will appear before a judge or commissioner for an initial appearance where charges are formally presented and bail is addressed. For serious charges, a preliminary hearing follows to determine whether the state has sufficient evidence to proceed. At each stage there are meaningful decisions to make — how to respond to the charges, how to approach discovery, whether to engage in plea discussions — and having an attorney in place from the start ensures none of those decisions are made by default or under pressure.
Do I need a criminal defense lawyer in Maryland?
If your freedom, your record, or your livelihood is at stake, yes. The state has prosecuted these cases many times before, and the prosecutor handling your matter has too. You deserve an attorney who has matched that experience in the same courtrooms — and who has the trial record to show what that preparation produces. The consultation is free, there is no time limit, and I will give you a direct assessment of where you stand before you make any decisions.
What is the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor in Maryland?
Felonies are the most serious category of criminal offense in Maryland, carrying potential incarceration in a state facility for more than one year and long-term consequences including loss of voting rights and firearm eligibility. Misdemeanors carry lesser penalties, typically up to one year in a local detention facility, but still produce a criminal record that appears on background checks and affects professional licensing. The distinction shapes sentencing exposure, record consequences, and long-term collateral effects — and it matters significantly for how a case is approached from a defense standpoint.
Will a criminal conviction show on my record in Maryland?
Yes. A criminal conviction in Maryland becomes part of your public record and appears on background checks run by employers, landlords, licensing boards, and professional organizations. Some convictions may be eligible for expungement after a waiting period if certain conditions are met, but expungement is not available for all offenses in Maryland and is not automatic. Whether expungement is available in your situation is part of what I evaluate when I review a case.
What if I cannot make bail in Maryland?
A bail review hearing can be requested to argue for a reduction or alternative release conditions. An attorney can appear at that hearing and present evidence and argument on your behalf. If you or a family member has been held on bail that is impossible to meet, contact my office as soon as possible. The earlier I can intervene in the process, the more options are available.
Should I take the plea deal or fight the charge?
That depends on the specific facts, the strength of the evidence, the charges you are facing, and your personal circumstances and priorities. I will work through every element of that decision with you directly in a real conversation, not in a 15-minute intake call. What I can tell you is this: an attorney who is genuinely trial-ready — one the prosecution knows will take the case all the way to verdict if necessary — has more leverage in a negotiation than one who is not. You want that leverage regardless of which direction you ultimately go.
The Law Office of Mitchell A. Greenberg, LLC has defended criminal defendants in Anne Arundel County and across Maryland since 1991. Mitchell holds eight Super Lawyers designations placing him in the top 5% of Maryland attorneys by peer review, carries a 17-case record in murder matters with zero losses, and is licensed in Maryland, Washington DC, and federal court. He stays closely involved in every criminal defense matter from intake through resolution. Learn more about Mitchell's background and case record.
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Your Defense Starts with One Call
The consultation is free and has no time limit. I will tell you what you are facing, what your options are, and what I think the right course of action is — directly. If you or a family member is a Spanish-speaking client, my staff speaks Spanish. Mi equipo habla español.
Call or text 443-672-8529. Our team is reachable outside of business hours.
