Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Upper Marlboro, MD

24 firms listed · 10 in Upper Marlboro · 12 open 24/7 · 14 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Frizwoods

Frizwoods

(49)
  • Case
  • Knowledge
  • Communication
“I had Luke representing me in a DUI case my first DUI case at 73 years old I didn't have a clue on how to handle this but Luke was very professional and knowledgeable about my situation also very personable which made me feel a whole lot better I kne...”
In Business Since 2021
Emergency Services
Free Initial Consultation
14513 Main St B, Upper Marlboro, MD
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Langford Law

Langford Law

(50)
  • Case
  • Outcome
  • Questions
“He reassured us that he could win my sons case but that he would work with the prosecutor to see if my sons case could be dismissed in stead of going to court.”
In Business Since 2023
Free Initial Consultation
14713 Main St, Upper Marlboro, MD
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Law Offices of Thomas C. Mooney

Law Offices of Thomas C. Mooney

(44)
  • Outcome
  • Call
  • Law Firm
“Mooney's team of lawyers are gracious, extremely knowledgeable and truly amazing at making that rainy cloudy day appear to be sunshine if you follow what I'm saying, all in all if your looking for representation, please stop looking and book the Law ...”
In Business Since 2000
Expensive Price Tag
Free Initial Consultation
14750 Main St Suite C, Upper Marlboro, MD
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The Law Office of Vernon Brownlee

The Law Office of Vernon Brownlee

(49)
  • Case
  • Trial
  • Questions
“He kept me positive through my legal process and thought of multiple different routes to approach the case which ultimately led to the dismissal of my case.”
In Business Since 2022
Free Initial Consultation
9701 Apollo Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD
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Law Office of Jonathan Y. Newton

Law Office of Jonathan Y. Newton

(48)
  • Case
  • Jury
  • Knowledge
“I asked God to help me find the best lawyer who could help me recover my child and I opened my internet and the first one that appeared to me was the lawyer Jonathan Newton, God worked very beautifully through him, I look for myself in A very difficu...”
In Business Since 2019
14746 Main St 2nd Floor, Upper Marlboro, MD
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The Law Offices of John J. Pikulski, IV

The Law Offices of John J. Pikulski, IV

(24)
  • Lawyer
  • Speeding Ticket
  • Case
“Due to Mr Pikulski showing substantial evidence that the alleged charges were placed under false pretense and under illegal search, I never made it to the bench before the gavel hit thanks to his expertise.”
In Business Since 2012
Free Initial Consultation
Se Habla Español
5407 Water St # 104, Upper Marlboro, MD
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The 24 firms listed for Upper Marlboro, MD defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Upper Marlboro, MD

10 of the 24 firms we list are based in Upper Marlboro; the other 14 serve Upper Marlboro from towns including Washington, DC (15 mi), Waldorf (17 mi) and Annapolis (17 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 3,117 reviews; 18 have 50 or more reviews. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (97%), responsiveness (83%) and quality (81%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "communication" and "knowledge". 12 are open around the clock; 14 are open on Saturdays and 13 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are dui (4), assault (2), car accidents (2), child support (2) and criminal defense (2). 1 shows a license on its website and 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 14 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 59 years. 12 offer urgent consultations; 1 offers remote or virtual consultations and 17 offer a free initial consultation. 2 have Spanish-speaking staff. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Why are firms outside Upper Marlboro shown on this page?

10 of the 24 firms are based in Upper Marlboro; the others come from other towns. In criminal work the courthouse matters more than the office address, so ask whether a firm appears regularly in the court holding your case.

Sasscer, Clagett & Bucher

Sasscer, Clagett & Bucher

(10)
“When my mom faced a challenging traffic case, he demonstrated unwavering dedication and expertise from start to finish.”
In Business Since 2002
5407 Water St Ste 101, Upper Marlboro, MD
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The Law Offices of CT Wilson

The Law Offices of CT Wilson

(1)
“The most capable attorney I have experienced.”
In Business Since 2020
5407 Water St, Upper Marlboro, MD
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Hearns Law Group

Hearns Law Group

(5)
“The hearns law group and AMANDA was nothing short of amazing, super helpful, not pushy trying to force you to make a life changing decision that WILL affect your life.”
In Business Since 2019
9500 Medical Center Dr Suite 474, Upper Marlboro, MD
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Harding Law

Harding Law

14513 Main St B, Upper Marlboro, MD
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Southern Maryland Law

Southern Maryland Law

(47)
  • Call
  • Bankruptcy
  • Paralegal
“Tucker Clagett has written, regarding auto accidents and personal injury cases, what to expect, the importance of acquiring good legal counsel as well as the reality that few attorneys will take on property damage/loss only cases that are of low doll...”
In Business Since 1967
BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Waldorf, MD · 17 mi from Upper Marlboro
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The Law Office of Thomas E. Pyles

The Law Office of Thomas E. Pyles

(49)
  • Job
  • Legal Representation
  • Paralegal
“(Also big shout-out to Sandy for being an amazing paralegal your work doesn't go unnoticed, when I first called your firm I was in a panic, she was very calm and really assured me that everything would be okay!”
In Business Since 2013
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Free Initial Consultation
Waldorf, MD · 17 mi from Upper Marlboro
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David Benowitz Criminal Defense Attorney

David Benowitz Criminal Defense Attorney

(47)
  • Case
  • Integrity
  • Passionate
“As a former prosecutor, I had an up-close vantage point of his skills and talents as he was my opposing counsel on multiple felony matters over the years.”
In Business Since 1998
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Free Initial Consultation
Emergency Services
Washington, DC · 15 mi from Upper Marlboro
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Koehler Law

Koehler Law

(41)
  • Case
  • Blog
  • Trial
“And, I feel safe and secure, and intensely happy that I don't have to face the prospect of another day wondering what awful things he might do to attempt some form of contact/show his "affection"....”
In Business Since 2010
BBB Rating: A+
Emergency Services
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Washington, DC · 15 mi from Upper Marlboro
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The Rollins and Chan Law Firm

The Rollins and Chan Law Firm

(50)
  • Charges
  • Rate
  • Legal Representation
“Truly professionalism services are delivered with unmatched outstanding results provided by the criminal justice attorneys their simply the best better than all the rest better than anyone the firm lives up to its reputation as a gold five star Washi...”
In Business Since 2003
Licensed
Remote Consultations Available
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Washington, DC · 15 mi from Upper Marlboro
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Christopher J. Mutimer

Christopher J. Mutimer

(50)
  • Outcome
  • Confident
  • Communicative
“Recently was fighting a 5 year long felony case my lawyer went terminally ill had to drop out case was referred to mutimer as soon this happen a trial date was set I was a bit nervous wasn't to familiar with mutimer but in the short time he had to ta...”
In Business Since 2024
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Free Initial Consultation
Emergency Services
Washington, DC · 15 mi from Upper Marlboro
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Carey Law Office

Carey Law Office

(49)
  • Questions
  • Life
  • Team
“Cary is the best lawyer iv had he did such a good job on a case where it wasn't looking good he got in there fought for me like he actually cares bout you nothing better then a lawyer that gives you that he made this process which was a very stressfu...”
In Business Since 1985
Accepts Debit, Check, Cash, All Major Credit Cards
Free Initial Consultation
Emergency Services
Bowie, MD · 10 mi from Upper Marlboro
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Alpert Schreyer

Alpert Schreyer

(48)
  • Outcome
  • Call
  • Team
“But from the first exploratory phone call with paralegal/administrative staff at Schreyer, to the first phone call with Attorney Mc Cubbin, and through every point of contact - whether email, phone call, or in-person - from depositions to the case's ...”
In Business Since 2005
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Free Initial Consultation
Emergency Services
Waldorf, MD · 17 mi from Upper Marlboro
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The Law Offices of Gerstenfield & Demirji

The Law Offices of Gerstenfield & Demirji

(50)
  • Judge
  • Assault
  • Courtroom
“I was facing some very serious traffic violations and the law office's of Gerrstenfeild law came through i really appreciate how they handled my case i didnt have to attend court and my fine was over 1000.”
In Business Since 2024
Emergency Services
Free Initial Consultation
Silver Spring, MD · 19 mi from Upper Marlboro
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The Law Office of Caroline Norman Frost

The Law Office of Caroline Norman Frost

(50)
  • Case
  • Organized
  • Knows
“Is an exceptional professional criminal defense attorney who is friendly, ethical, trustworthy, has excellent communication skills, understands client's needs, analyzes all information, is organized, and has a extensive knowledge in Maryland Criminal...”
In Business Since 2019
Emergency Services
Free Initial Consultation
Annapolis, MD · 17 mi from Upper Marlboro
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Drew Cochran, Attorney at Law

Drew Cochran, Attorney at Law

(50)
  • Call
  • Job
  • Jail
“Gave likely scenarios during initial consultation, provided me with case info and recommendations along the way, and even helped resolve it without me being available in person as an out of state travel cancellation by the airlines made me unable to ...”
In Business Since 2012
Emergency Services
Free Initial Consultation
Annapolis, MD · 17 mi from Upper Marlboro
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Law Office of Robert Castro

Law Office of Robert Castro

(49)
  • Job
  • Cousin
  • Court
“The team at the law offices of Robert Castro was very helpful and professional in handling my injury claim and I would definitely recommend anyone to give them a call, if they need legal representation for an accident or any of the problems that can ...”
In Business Since 2009
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Free Initial Consultation
Emergency Services
Waldorf, MD · 17 mi from Upper Marlboro
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Law Offices of James N. Papirmeister

Law Offices of James N. Papirmeister

(48)
  • Outcome
  • Questions
  • Knowledge
“Mr Papirmeister is the best of the best a real life saver for me & my family he represented me more than a few times and gave me the best results I can get went above and beyond to make sure I was able to maintain my freedom to continue to take care ...”
In Business Since 2010
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Free Initial Consultation
Emergency Services
Silver Spring, MD · 19 mi from Upper Marlboro
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Kathleen M. Kirchner Attorney At Law

Kathleen M. Kirchner Attorney At Law

(34)
  • Compassionate
  • Questions
  • Courtroom
“Ms Kirchner is a very good lawyer she helped my son in we came out on top she cares about her clients she is just not in it for the money she love what she do and you can tell it from the work that she put in thank you for being there for my son and ...”
In Business Since 2014
Emergency Services
Free Initial Consultation
Annapolis, MD · 17 mi from Upper Marlboro
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Criminal Law Attorney Services in Upper Marlboro, MD Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$1500
Maximum cost
$18000
National Average
$5500
Avg Per Hour Rates
$350
$3500
$6000
Fair price range is based on 472 cost profiles
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Average Cost $5500
Minimum cost $1500
Maximum cost $18000
Avg Per Hour Rates $350

Fair range $3500 to $6000 is based on 472 cost profiles.

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