CRIMINAL DEFENSE

A significant number of our  criminal defense  clients are college students and other tourists who are charged with criminal offenses such as DUI, DWI, drug charges, assault, drunk and disorderly charges or even simple traffic tickets while visiting Ocean City, Maryland and other summer getaways along the Coastal Highway and US Route 50. We understand how difficult it can be to handle your criminal defense when you live and work in another city or state. At the law firm of Jeffrey G. Ray, we serve many clients who are from another state and need an experienced local attorney after vacationing in communities such as Ocean City, Salisbury, Snow Hill, Ocean Pines, Berlin, Worchester and Wicomico Counties on the eastern shore of Maryland.  We are familiar with the local courts and administrative agencies that handle criminal cases. As a result, we know how to help you obtain the best possible conclusion in a timely manner.

Many of our clients are first-time offenders who discover how difficult it can be dealing with an important legal issue from hundreds of miles away. One of our goals is to handle as much of your case as possible and minimize the interruption to your daily life.  Our approach involves intense pre-trial work, including negotiations, to help you resolve your case out of court. With over 23 years in the legal system, we are skilled at obtaining exceptional results in criminal matters. Even though we prepare every matter for trial, we understand that you may be better served through negotiation and settlement. We will help you make informed decisions to determine if your situation warrants settlement or a trial and will only proceed with your best interests in mind.

A lot of people do things on vacation they wouldn’t do at home.  They get drunk, break into apartments, get into fights, or are stopped for DUI / DWI.  If you are from a larger city, you might think a charge for assault and battery or burglary is not a big deal. But Worchester County is a rural area and our judges are all from rural areas.  They tend to have a more conservative view and teat these matters very seriously.

It's important to have your case represented by local counsel.  At Jeffrey G. Ray, we know the local police officers, the judges, court personnel and prosecutors.  We know what arguments to make in the local courts and what will be effective.  More than 90 percent of the criminal cases we handle are disposed of with very favorable plea agreements.  In the event your case proceeds to trial it will likely result in acquittal.

At Jeffrey G. Ray, we offer the expertise that comes with over 23 years in the legal profession. We will work to minimize the impact your case has on your life and reach the best possible conclusion.

Call Jeffrey G. Ray at (410) 723-1723 for a free initial consultation

Jeffrey G. Ray
Attorney at Law
7800 Coastal Hwy
Ocean City, MD 21842-2827
Phone: (410) 723-1723
Fax: (410) 524-0483
JRay@lawyerinoceancity.com