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Stephen P. Shepard
The Law Office of Stephen P. Shepard, LLC
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Biography
Stephen P. Shepard (who prefers to simply be called “Steve”) is best described as a criminal defense attorney who simultaneously helps ease the stress and discomfort of people who are accused of crimes while serving as an aggressive and passionate champion against injustice. But at the end of the day, Steve sees himself as simply a person who is trying to make the world a better place by using a mix of his experience, skills, and knowledge.
Practice Areas
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense
- DUI & DWI
Fees
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Free Consultation
Contact our office today for a free 60-minute office or phone consultation with an experienced criminal defense attorney. Jail visits are available for a fee of $150.00. -
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Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
Discount for active military service members and veterans with an honorable discharge
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Maryland
- Maryland Court of Appeals
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Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
- Principal Attorney & Counselor at Law
- The Law Office of Stephen P. Shepard, LLC
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- Appointed Defense Attorney
- Maryland Office of the Public Defender
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- Appointed Defense Attorney for the Howard County Drug/DUI Court Program.
- Panel Attorney
- Maryland Office of the Public Defender
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Education
- Appalachian School of Law
- J.D. (2012) | Law
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- Honors: Magna Cum Laude
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- Cabrini College
- B.A. (2009) | Criminology and Philosophy
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- Honors: Summa Cum Laude, President's List, Dean's List
- Activities: President, Alpha Phi Sigma National Criminal Justice Honor Society President, Phi Sigma Tau International Honor Society for Philosophy Participant, Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program
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Awards
- Rated 10/10
- Avvo.com
- Rising Star
- Super Lawyers
- Rising Star
- Super Lawyers
- Top 40 Under 40
- The National Trial Lawyers
- Top 100 Trial Lawyers
- The National Trial Lawyers
Professional Associations
- American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys
- Founding Member
- Current
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- American Bar Association
- Member
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- Maryland State Bar Association
- Member
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- Maryland Criminal Defense Attorney's Association
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- Baltimore County Bar Association
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- National Association Of Criminal Defense Attorneys
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- National College for DUI Defense
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- Maryland Association for Justice
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Publications
Articles & Publications
- Negligent Hiring Liability: A Look at How It Affects Employers and the Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Ex-Offenders
- Appalachian Journal of Law
Certifications
- Lead Counsel Rated - State Criminal Law
- Lead Counsel
- Lead Counsel Rated - DUI Defense
- Lead Counsel
Legal Answers
3 Questions Answered
- Q. Charged with misdameanor second degree assualt. Do I have to report it to state insurance comissioner?
- A: I believe your question should be directed to an employment law attorney.
- Q. Is an inmate, having been found guilty and has been incarcerated 7 yrs. of a 20 yr. sentence, eligible for an 8-580
- A: Probably. Md. Code Health General 8-505 provides that, after sentencing, the court may order the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene to evaluate a defendant to determine whether, by reason of drug or alcohol abuse, the defendant is in need of and may benefit from treatment if: (1) It appears to the court that the defendant has an alcohol or drug abuse problem; or (2) the defendant alleges an alcohol or drug dependency. The only exception is if the defendant is serving a sentence for a crime of violence, in which case the court may only order an evaluation once the defendant is eligible for parole. Here is a link to the relevant provision of the Code: https://law.justia.com/codes/maryland/2005/ghg/8-505.html
- Q. If charged with second degree assault would it be good to take anger management classes before going to court?
- A: Unless you are absolutely sure that you will be found not guilty, I would highly recommend anger management classes to you if you were my client and facing an assault charge. Many people do not realize this, but anger management classes can be taken online. You no longer have to sit through a boring class with other people. Most, if not all, of my clients, prefer the online class method. However, some online classes are more reputable than others. That is one way in which an experienced criminal defense attorney can be of great assistance to you.
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