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BOP Prison Closures 2026: What Families Need to Know
If someone you love is in federal prison — or waiting to find out where they’ll be sent — the news that the Federal Bureau
Why Do Defense Attorneys Use Focus Groups Before Trial?
In the world of criminal defense, the most dangerous thing an attorney can do is walk into a courtroom with an untested theory. You might
2026 NARSOL Conference: A Review
Last weekend, we had the privilege of attending the 18th Annual NARSOL (National Association for Rational Sexual Offense Laws) Conference right here in in Baltimore, Maryland. From June 25th
How Can You Get Parole in Maryland?
The Ultimate Guide to Your Parole Packet in Maryland: Everything You Need to Succeed If a loved one is currently serving time in a Maryland
Sex Offense Registry: Top 20 Questions and Answers
Navigating the complexities of sex offender laws can be more confusing and stressful than the legal process itself. For many first-time offenders and their families, the registry
How Does an Alleged Victim’s Mental Health Affect Your Defense?
When you or a loved one are facing serious criminal charges, the focus is usually entirely on you: what you supposedly did, what the evidence
How to Deal with Criminal Charges for a Defendant with Autism
When a person on the autism spectrum interacts with the criminal justice system at any level – local, state, or federal – they are entering
SORNA Secrets Part 4: Can You Actually Get Off the Registry?
Can you ever truly leave the registry behind? Many people assume that if they just keep their nose clean for 15 or 25 years, the
SORNA Secrets Part 3: The Hidden Life Restrictions
Registering is just the tip of the iceberg. SORNA triggers “collateral consequences” that fundamentally change how you live, work, and travel. At Smith & Good Associates,