Experienced Criminal Defense That Gets Results
Comprehensive Defense Strategies For State And Federal Criminal Charges
With over a decade of legal experience, attorney Bradley Shepherd handles criminal cases across Maryland, including in the city of Baltimore as well as Montgomery, Prince George’s, Anne Arundel, Howard, Frederick and Baltimore counties.
At his firm, Charm City Defense, he defends clients facing DUI/DWI charges by challenging evidence and protecting driving privileges. For assault and domestic violence cases, he works to protect reputations and relationships. He focuses his drug charge defense on reducing penalties and exploring treatment alternatives. In firearms and weapons cases, attorney Shepherd pays careful attention to constitutional rights and state laws. When clients are up against federal charges, he provides experienced representation in complex court systems. In internet crime cases, he defends his clients against allegations of cybercrimes and protects digital privacy rights.
Whether clients are facing serious charges or minor offenses, attorney Shepherd strives to simplify complex legal situations and attain favorable outcomes.
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Your Trusted Partner In Criminal Defense
Attorney Shepherd’s dedication to criminal defense, combined with his role as chairman of the Criminal Law Section for the Howard County Bar Association, ensures that every client receives experienced guidance. He provides detailed and personalized legal services to every client. Clients only work directly with him, guaranteeing that they are never passed off to less qualified individuals.
His diverse legal background equips him to assist clients with a variety of issues, ensuring that each case is treated with the importance it deserves. In his practice, he emphasizes compassion, understanding and clarity in communication, supporting clients through challenging times. When facing criminal charges, clients can trust that they will receive direct access to a lawyer who truly cares about their cases and futures.
Notable Results
Jury returned not guilty verdicts. Facing over 30 years in jail, the defendant went home that same day.
In lieu of jail time, Bradley Shepherd successfully negotiated treatment programs. His client remains sober till this day.
Bradley challenged the search. Jury returned not-guilty verdicts. Facing 20 years, his client went home free that same day.
Prepared To Fight For What Is Right For You
I understand the urgency of your situation and your desire to move forward as soon as possible. While other attorneys may push you into accepting a plea deal, it is important to consider whether it is truly fair to you or if they only want to close your case quickly.
You can have full confidence I am committed to pursuing the best outcome possible for you, rather than rushing to a resolution. As your legal champion, I will not hesitate to keep fighting if a plea deal or the available options do not serve your interests.
What Clients Are Saying
around the bush and gets right to work.”
—J.P. D.
—Felicia B.
with another party.”
—Andrea O.
around the bush and gets right to work.”
—J.P. D.
—Felicia B.
with another party.”
—Andrea O.
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