Appellant presents a single question for our review: Did the circuit court abuse its discretion in allowing the State to make multiple improper remarks during closing argument?

Tagged with: closing argument criminal procedure prosecutorial misconduct Reed Sept. Term 2013 Wicomico County

1. Did the trial court err in applying the Frye-Reed standard to the medical causation opinions of appellants’ experts, Dr. Grendell and Dr. Sheikh? 2. Did the trial court err in excluding the medical causation opinions of appellants’ experts, Dr. Grendell and Dr. Sheikh, on the grounds that such opinions lacked a sufficient factual basis under the Frye-Reed standard?

Tagged with: evidence Sept. Term 2011 Wicomico County Woodward

Did the circuit court err by enforcing an arbitration clause contained in a limited partnership agreement that was never correctly executed?

Tagged with: contracts Kenney Sept. Term 2013 Wicomico County

In a “Memorandum & Order,” the circuit court denied Barone’s petition as legally insufficient and, consequently, did not hold a hearing. In this timely appeal, Barone challenges the circuit court’s denial of his petition for writ of actual innocence without first holding a hearing.

Tagged with: criminal procedure need for a hearing Sept. Term 2013 Sharer Wicomico County

1. Must the convictions in this case be reversed because the trial court failed to “determine[] and announce[] on the record” that appellant’s waiver of his right to a jury trial was made knowingly and voluntarily, as required by Maryland Rule 4-246 (b)? 2. Is the evidence sufficient to sustain appellant’s convictions for resisting arrest, second degree escape, and possession of equipment used to produce controlled dangerous substances?

Tagged with: criminal procedure Kenney on the record Sept. Term 2012 waiver of jury trial Wicomico County

Six hours after being sworn into office, Wicomico County's newly minted executive began a new era of fiscal conservatism.

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Appellant filed a motion to suppress the firearm recovered from his residence. The motion was heard and denied. Appellant was convicted, pursuant to a not guilty agreed statement of facts, of possession of a regulated firearm after being convicted of a misdemeanor carrying a penalty of more than two years imprisonment. Appellant filed this timely appeal, presenting the following question: Was it error to deny the motion to suppress the firearm seized from and searched in appellant’s home?

Tagged with: criminal procedure Davis firearms motion to suppress Sept. Term 2013 Wicomico County

Two former Wicomico County public school employees have filed a lawsuit against the Board of Education, alleging gender discrimination.

Tagged with: Board of Education lawsuit legal news Wicomico County

A pro-conceal carry video produced by a Maryland state Delegate is raising questions about the use of Wicomico County Sheriff’s Department personnel and resources.

Tagged with: law enforcement Wicomico County

SALISBURY — Wicomico County officials are considering a plant at the county landfill to convert solid waste into energy-producing gas. The Daily Times reports that supporters say the plant would create a new local energy source and help dispose of ...

Tagged with: Energy maryland power plant salisbury Wicomico County