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✅ Why Choose a Glen Burnie Violent Crime Defense Lawyer?
- Deep experience in Anne Arundel County courts, with direct insight into local prosecutors and judges.
- Proven defense across serious charges—assault, robbery, burglary, weapons offenses, domestic violence.
- Aggressive strategy including early motions, plea negotiations, or jury trial as needed.
- Representation without upfront fees—no payment unless we win.
???? Violent Crime by the Numbers (Anne Arundel & Maryland)
- Anne Arundel County reports a violent crime rate of 3.025 incidents per 1,000 residents, slightly below the U.S. average.
- Nationally, Maryland averaged 459 violent crimes per 100,000 residents in 2023, including homicides, robberies, and assaults .
- Statewide violent crime—including homicide, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault—has dropped significantly since 2021, with homicide down 32%.
⚖️ Violent Crimes We Defend in Glen Burnie
Assault
- First‑degree (aggravated/weapon involved): felony, potential life prison up to 25 years.
- Second‑degree: felony, up to 10 years imprisonment.
- Simple assault: misdemeanor, up to 60 days jail, $500 fine.
Robbery & Carjacking
Serious felony charges with significant penalties, often involving weapon enhancements.
Burglary
- 1st-degree (home invasion): up to 20–25 years.
- 2nd-degree (retail/business burglary): up to 15–20 years.
Maryland’s “three-strikes” law carries life-without-parole for a fourth violent felony conviction.
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- We file early motions to suppress unlawful searches or evidence.
- Familiarity with Anne Arundel sentencing guidelines helps uncover possible mitigations.
- We build strong cases for reduced charges, diversion programs, or sealed records when available.
???? How Kunkalaw Builds Your Defense
- Intake & evaluation – assessing charges, history, and evidence.
- Evidence review – including police reports, photos, video, and witness accounts.
- Legal motions – suppression, discovery, or dismissal filings as needed.
- Negotiation strategy – exploring plea, diversion, or conditional discharge options.
- Trial-ready – prepared to litigate aggressively before judge or jury.
- Post-resolution support – help with record sealing, expungement, or appeals.
???? Client Testimonials
Matt Kunka is an outstanding attorney. He provides exceptional customer service, listens attentively, and approaches every situation with a non-judgmental attitude. His professionalism, knowledge of the law, and prompt communication truly set him apart. Throughout my experience, he consistently kept me informed and updated, which made a significant difference. I would highly recommend his services to anyone in need of legal support—you’ll be in good hands.
Matt Kunka is an extremely competent, vigilant, persistent, knowledgeable, and kind attorney. Our son had some legal issues over COVID and it took over four years to resolve, resulting in the best outcome we could have hoped for. Matt was not only diligent and available this whole time, he went above and beyond to represent our son in the best possible way, providing support and hope along the way. We have sincerely thanked him many times for his outstanding service, and he is very humble, refusing extra compensation. We thank him from the bottom of our hearts for all he has done for our son and our family, and wish him all the very best in his future endeavors.
Matt is an incredibly hardworking and trustworthy lawyer. He’s made some of the most stressful and difficult times in my life worry free, explaining each step of the way and doing everything in his power to get you the results you want. Not only does he provide knowledgeable representation, but he’s cost effective and understanding of financial situations. I wouldn’t want anyone but Matt handling my court cases and my future.
I can’t thank Matt Kunka enough for his outstanding support and expertise in handling my cases. From the very beginning, he was professional, knowledgeable, and fully committed to securing the best possible outcome for me. Matt guided me through every step of the legal process, patiently answering my questions and providing clear, strategic advice. He made me feel like a top priority, ensuring that my voice was heard and my concerns addressed. His courtroom skills and keen attention to detail made a significant difference in my case, and I felt truly supported throughout the entire process. If you’re looking for a skilled, dedicated, and compassionate criminal lawyer, I highly recommend Matt Kunka.
Matt is an amazing attorney! He puts his all into showcasing his client’s strengths and personal accomplishments to a judge. He made my family and I feel comforted during a very dark time where we felt like there was no coming back from a very unfortunate auto incident. Matt was always personable and would handle things in a very swift and prompt manner. We are so grateful for everything he has done for us, he is the best!
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