In Salisbury, online solicitation of a minor under Md. Code, Criminal Law § 3-324 carries up to 10 years in prison. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 4,739+ documented case results firm-wide with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate. An Online Solicitation of a Minor Lawyer Salisbury can build your defense.

Last verified: April 2026 | District Court of MD for Wicomico County | Md. Code, Criminal Law § 3-324 (official Maryland General Assembly)

Maryland law defines online solicitation of a minor as using a computer or electronic device to solicit a minor for sexual activity. Under Md. Code, Criminal Law § 3-324, this offense applies when the defendant believes the person is under 16 years old. The statute covers communications through social media, messaging apps, and online forums. A conviction requires proof of intent to engage in sexual conduct. The District Court of MD for Wicomico County at 201 Baptist Street, Suite 100, Salisbury, MD 21801 handles initial appearances for these cases.

Review the official statute: Md. Code, Criminal Law § 3-324 (official Maryland General Assembly). For court procedures, visit the District Court of MD for Wicomico County website.

In Wicomico County District Court, prosecutors often rely on digital evidence from sting operations. Your attorney can challenge the admissibility of chat logs, IP addresses, and undercover officer communications. The court at 201 Baptist Street handles these cases with strict scheduling.

1. Step 1: Do not speak to law enforcement without your attorney present. Invoke your right to remain silent immediately.
2. Step 2: Preserve all digital evidence — do not delete messages, accounts, or device data. Your attorney may need this for your defense.
3. Step 3: Contact an Online Solicitation of a Minor Lawyer Salisbury before your first court appearance. The District Court handles initial appearances quickly.
4. Step 4: Attend all scheduled hearings at 201 Baptist Street, Suite 100. Missing a court date can result in a bench warrant.
5. Step 5: Work with your attorney to evaluate pretrial options, including motions to suppress evidence or dismiss charges based on entrapment.
6. Step 6: Prepare for potential plea negotiations or trial. Maryland offers Probation Before Judgment (PBJ) for some first-time offenders, avoiding a formal conviction.

In Salisbury, online solicitation of a minor carries up to 10 years incarceration and fines up to $25,000 under Maryland law.

Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. was founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris. The firm has over 120 years of combined legal experience and has handled 4,739+ documented case results firm-wide with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate. Our tagline is “Advocacy Without Borders.” Mr. Sris personally amended Va. Code § 20-107.3, the equitable distribution statute in Virginia. For Salisbury clients, we bring this depth of experience to online solicitation of a minor cases. Our team includes Kristen M. Fisher, a former Maryland Assistant State’s Attorney who joined the firm in 2010. She has firsthand prosecutorial experience that provides insight into how the State builds these cases.

Mr. Sris also serves as secondary counsel on this matter. He is the firm’s founder and managing attorney, admitted to practice in VA, MD, DC, NJ, and NY.

SRIS actively practices here — firm-wide, SRIS has handled 4,739+ documented case results with over 93% favorable outcomes. In Maryland sex crimes cases, we have obtained dismissals and nolle prosequi outcomes for clients facing child pornography charges. For example, in Baltimore County, a client charged with Possess Child Pornography under Md. Code CR.11.208 received 5 years incarceration with ALL suspended and 5 years supervised probation. Another client charged with Child Pornography Promote/Distribute under Md. Code CR.11.207.(a)(4) received a Nolle Prosequi (dismissal).

Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

Our Rockville/MD location serves Salisbury clients at Wicomico County courts (201 Baptist Street, Suite 100, Salisbury, MD 21801). The office is accessible via Route 50 (Ocean Gateway), Route 13, and Route 349. We serve Salisbury (City Center), Downtown Salisbury, Fruitland, Delmar, Hebron, and Mardela Springs. If you are searching for an online solicitation of a minor lawyer near me Salisbury, we are here to help.

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Last verified: April 2026. Information updated as of 2026-02-15. Laws change — contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for current guidance.