Maryland Must Act: The Legislature Cannot Ignore the Systemic Failures Exposed by Clarke v. Gibson
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December 7, 2025
The Maryland Supreme Court's ruling in Clarke v. Gibson reveals critical flaws in the state's protective-order system, which often deprives parents of rights without sufficient evidence. To restore fairness, lawmakers must implement statutory reforms,…
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After Clarke v. Gibson: What Maryland’s Landmark Ruling Means for False Accusations and Custody Warfare
December 7, 2025
The Maryland Supreme Court's decision in Clarke v. Gibson mandates that protective orders must be supported by substantial evidence rather than assumptions or credibility findings. This ruling addresses the misuse of protective orders in custody…
Maryland’s Outdated Wiretap Law Is Hurting Victims — And 2026 May Finally Bring Change
November 21, 2025
Maryland's outdated two-party consent wiretap law impedes victims of domestic violence from recording crucial evidence of abuse, protecting manipulators instead. As lawmakers prepare to revisit the law in 2026, proposed updates aim to align it with…