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Criminal Defense · Inside True Crime Podcast

How Criminal Defense Really Works: Mandeep Chhabra on Inside True Crime

Our Managing Member joins the Inside True Crime Podcast to break down how the justice system actually works — state vs. federal, plea decisions, and life after a charge. Watch, read the recap, and get the free 2026 Defense Toolkit.

June 30, 2026·Watch & Read →
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TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS + DUI

Out-of-State DUI and Your Maryland License: What Drivers & Visitors Need to Know

One traffic stop can create problems in two states. How an out-of-state DUI, breath-test refusal, or a serious ticket can follow you home — and the two-track system that catches drivers off guard.

July 15, 2026
TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS + DUI

“I Got a DUI Over the 4th. Now What?” — The Call I Get Every July

By 9:00 a.m. on the Monday after the holiday, the calls start. What to do — and what not to do — after a July 4th weekend DUI or DWI arrest in Maryland.

July 7, 2026
TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS + DUI

Three Sheets to the Wind: Maryland's Boating Under the Influence Laws, Explained

A perfect day on the Bay can end in criminal charges. BUI vs. BWI penalties, what Natural Resources Police look for, and the breath-test rule most Maryland boaters get wrong.

June 6, 2026
CRIMINAL DEFENSE & CANNABIS

Sold as Legal, Seized as Evidence: The Maryland Hemp-THC Crackdown

"Federally compliant" is not the same as Maryland legal. Why certificates of analysis won't stop a search warrant — and what every Maryland retailer needs to know.

June 5, 2026
CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Arrested During Beach Week? Maryland Underage Drinking Charges Explained

Maryland's underage drinking laws carry real consequences — from fake ID misdemeanors to zero-tolerance DUI charges. What parents and teens need to know.

May 12, 2026
FIRM NEWS & RECOGNITION

Mandeep Chhabra Named a 2026 Managing Partners Honoree by The Daily Record

One of 29 law firm leaders recognized statewide for leadership, vision, and community impact — rooted in responsibility and five decades of service in Annapolis.

May 4, 2026
CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Arrested Doesn't Mean Guilty: A Veteran Defense Attorney's Perspective

After decades in criminal defense, one of the most damaging misconceptions persists: if they were arrested, they must have done something. Here's why that's wrong.

May 1, 2026
EXPUNGEMENT & CRIMINAL RECORDS

Bye, Bye, Bye to Your DUI: How Maryland Expungement Actually Works

The 15-year rule no one is talking about. A plain-language guide to what's possible, what isn't, and why most Marylanders get DUI expungement wrong.

April 21, 2026
MARYLAND LAW & CULTURE

Maryland Law or April Fools? 6 Real Laws That Sound Completely Made Up

Think you can tell real Maryland law from an April Fools' joke? From illegal fortune telling to banning lions at the movies — these bizarre statutes are 100% real.

April 1, 2026
TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS + DUI

Blood Alcohol Level Chart Explained

Understanding how blood alcohol content affects your body and your rights is crucial in DUI cases. We break down the science and law behind BAC levels.

March 28, 2026
CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Know Your Rights During a Maryland Traffic Stop

Traffic stops can escalate quickly. Knowing your constitutional rights during an encounter with law enforcement is essential for protecting yourself.

March 20, 2026
TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS + DUI

DUI Checkpoints in Annapolis: What You Need to Know

Sobriety checkpoints are common in Annapolis. Learn about your rights at DUI checkpoints, how they operate, and what you should do if stopped.

March 12, 2026
FIRM NEWS

Anchored in Annapolis: Our Next Chapter

We're excited to announce our latest office expansion and new team members joining Cochran & Chhabra as we continue to serve the Annapolis community.

March 5, 2026
TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS + DUI

First Offense DUI in Maryland: What to Expect

Facing a first-time DUI charge? Understanding the process, penalties, and your options is the first step toward protecting your future and your rights.

Feb 22, 2026
TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS + DUI

New Rules, Higher Stakes: What Every Maryland Driver Needs to Know Before October 1st

Maryland DUI laws are changing — new interlock requirements, harsher repeat offender penalties, and why you should think twice before taking a field sobriety test.

September 15, 2025
TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS + DUI

Out-of-State DUI in Maryland: What Visitors Need to Know

Visiting Maryland and charged with a DUI? How an out-of-state arrest affects your home-state license, why strategy matters more than ever, and a real case where a last-minute pivot changed everything.

September 1, 2025
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