Andrew Gill Cochran

Andrew Gill Cochran

Annapolis Criminal Defense Attorney
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My name is Gill A. Cochran, founder Drew Cochran, Attorney at Law in Annapolis, and I’m here to tell you this: take a deep breath, pick up your phone and call me. For the last 18 years, I’ve worked as a criminal defense attorney in Anne Arundel, Allegany, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Calvert, Charles, Harford, Howard, Montgomery, Prince George’s, and St. Mary’s on the Western Shore, and Kent, Caroline, Cecil, Talbot, Dorchester, Queen Anne’s, Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester Counties on the Eastern Shore, helping people just like you fight for their freedom.

Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Maryland
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Education
University of Maryland - University College
J.D. (1997)
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Awards
Leading Attorney
What’s Up Annapolis magazine
Professional Associations
Maryland State Bar Association, Inc.  # 53491
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Current
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Anne Arundel County Bar Association
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Maryland Trial Lawyers Association
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Maryland Criminal Defense Attorney’s Association
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Websites & Blogs
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Drew Cochran, Attorney at Law
Videos
WHY SHOULD I HIRE AN ATTORNEY FOR A DUI?
An attorney can do a number of things to positively influence your unfortunate situation.  Attorneys know the law, the prosecutors, the... Why should I hire an attorney for a DUI?

WHY SHOULD I HIRE AN ATTORNEY FOR A DUI? An attorney can do a number of things to positively influence your unfortunate situation. Attorneys know the law, the prosecutors, the...

VOP - VIOLATION OF PROBATION
If you’ve been to court, and the judge gave you probation before judgement, or gave you a suspended sentence, then you’ll be placed into probation. ... I've violated probation! Now what?

VOP - VIOLATION OF PROBATION If you’ve been to court, and the judge gave you probation before judgement, or gave you a suspended sentence, then you’ll be placed into probation. ...

IS MARIJUANA USE LEGAL IN MARYLAND FOR RECREATIONAL USE?
No.  Maryland does support medicinal use of marijuana as prescribed by your doctor, but recreational use is currently against the law... Is marijuana use legal in Maryland for recreational use?

IS MARIJUANA USE LEGAL IN MARYLAND FOR RECREATIONAL USE? No. Maryland does support medicinal use of marijuana as prescribed by your doctor, but recreational use is currently against the law...

I’VE BEEN CHARGED WITH A DUI.  WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT?
If you didn’t take any of the advice to politely refuse all tests and questions, until speaking with an attorney,... I've been charged with a DUI. What should I expect?

I’VE BEEN CHARGED WITH A DUI. WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT? If you didn’t take any of the advice to politely refuse all tests and questions, until speaking with an attorney,...

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I’M PULLED OVER FOR A DUI / DWI?
When you’ve been stopped for suspected drinking and driving, and the officer utters those magic words, “Have you... What should I do if I'm pulled over for a DUI or DWI?

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I’M PULLED OVER FOR A DUI / DWI? When you’ve been stopped for suspected drinking and driving, and the officer utters those magic words, “Have you...

WHEN DOES A DUI BECOME A DWI?
Probably, the only time you ever get convicted of a DWI is if you refuse the take the breath test at the station. ... When does a DUI become a DWI?

WHEN DOES A DUI BECOME A DWI? Probably, the only time you ever get convicted of a DWI is if you refuse the take the breath test at the station. ...

WHAT’S THE LEGAL LIMIT IN MARYLAND FOR DRINKING AND DRIVING?
The legal limit for drinking and driving is commonly believed to be .08, but in the State of Maryland, the legal... What's the legal limit in Maryland for drinking and driving?

WHAT’S THE LEGAL LIMIT IN MARYLAND FOR DRINKING AND DRIVING? The legal limit for drinking and driving is commonly believed to be .08, but in the State of Maryland, the legal...

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A DWI and DUI?  AND WHY DIFFERENT CHARGES?
My theory is The State wants a lesser charge to stick to you if you refuse to perform... What's the difference between a DWI and a DUI?

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A DWI and DUI? AND WHY DIFFERENT CHARGES? My theory is The State wants a lesser charge to stick to you if you refuse to perform...

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Drew Cochran, Attorney at Law
77 Franklin Street
Suite 201
Annapolis, MD 21401