On October 1, 2014, several new laws took effect in Maryland. More specifically, the laws related to Protective Orders in the state have been updated.

The standard of evidence for obtaining a final protective order has been lowered from “clear and convincing evidence” to “a preponderance of evidence”. Maryland had been the only state in the nation that used the higher standard of proof for final protective orders.

Also, second-degree assault will be added to crimes under which a person can obtain a final protective order.

If you are in need of a protective order, or if a protective order has been filed against you, an attorney at Akman & Associates, PC can help you through this process. Our offices service individuals across both Maryland and Pennsylvania.

For more information or representation, please use the following contact information:

Maryland Locations:

• For our Baltimore, Maryland area offices, please call (410) 337-9400 or toll free (800) 638-7700. We can also be contacted via email: info@akmanlegal.com.
• For our Salisbury office, please call (410) 746-6118, or email sjland@akmanlegal.com.

Pennsylvania Locations:

• For our Southpointe/Canonsburg, Pennsylvania office, please call (800) 982-4078 or email jlbricker@akmanlegal.com.