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Child Abuse

Child Abuse Cases

People convicted of crimes against children, such as child abuse, can face serious penalties. Many cases of child abuse are falsely reported or even used as retaliation in divorce and other domestic disputes. At the Law Offices of John Grason Turnbull III, P.C., our lawyers are experienced with child abuse allegation defense and will aggressively assert the rights of any client facing child abuse charges.




Corporal Punishment and Physical Assault

We are experienced in handling allegations of physical assault and corporal punishment against children. We have experience in defending parents, teachers, relatives, nannies, and other individuals involved in child care. If you have been accused of child abuse or domestic violence, you have rights. Let us protect them.

Child Neglect Cases

In addition to cases of bodily or sexual abuse, we also handle allegations and cases of neglect. If you have been charged with neglect or believe that you may be charged, you need an attorney who can advise you of your rights during the investigation and throughout the criminal process. You risk jail time and losing custody of your children. When you need aggressive defense for serious charges, contact a child abuse defense attorney today.

Shaken Baby Syndrome

The symptoms of shaken baby syndrome may have been the result of an accident or fall. When you are facing serious child abuse charges because of shaken baby syndrome allegations, we will fully investigate the charges against you. We work with top medical experts and will consult witnesses to support your defense.

Teacher and Day Care Abuse Allegations

If you are a teacher or operate a day care and have been accused of child abuse, you need immediate legal assistance. You could lose your job, your license, and may even face jail time. When your rights and liberties are at stake, we will take immediate legal action on your behalf.

If you have been charged or believe that you may be charged, DO NOT TALK TO POLICE or anyone about your case without first contacting an Essex child abuse defense lawyer.

Talk To An Experienced Child Abuse Attorney

A conviction may result in jail time, job loss, or the inability to see your children. We will aggressively protect your rights and seek to minimize any penalties associated with a conviction. Contact us today to explore all of your rights and options or call our Baltimore Law Office at 410-321-8860.

Mr. Turnbull serves many areas of Maryland including Towson, Annapolis, Abingdon, Aberdeen, Bel Air, Carney, Catonsville, Cockeysville, Dundalk, Edgemere, Ellicott City, Essex,Glen Burnie, Havre De Grace, Luthersville, Owings Mills, Timonium, Pikesville, Randallstown, Reistertown, Odenton, Pasadena, Crownsville, Linthicum, Edgewater, Severna Park, Crofton, Jessup, Crofton, Columbia, Joppatowne, Edgewood, Fallston, Churchville, Columbia, Scaggsville, Fulton, Elkridge, NorthLaurel, White Marsh, Baltimore, North East, Chesapeake City and Elkton, Maryland.

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