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Richard Kodzis

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Criminal Defense

Language

Mandarin

About

I retired from the United States Navy after twenty-one years of honorable service.  I began attending law school shortly before I left the Navy, and began working as an Assistant State's Attorney in Baltimore City, where I prosecuted a wide range of criminal, DUI - DWI Drunk driving suspended/revoked and other traffic charges.  I opened my own office in 1996 and began representing those charged with these serious matters. When you retain the Law Office of Richard Kodzis, you are represented by me.  I am your lawyer - I do not send a junior or less experience attorney in my place. I have the experience and training to represent you competently and a reasonable cost.  Many attorneys view DUI - DWI Drunk driving defense as a side or small portion of their service.  Many, perhaps most, do not dedicate themselves to knowing how to competently represent the DUI - DWI drunk driving client.  Many, perhaps most, do not invest the time or money to attend advanced training in DUI - DWI drunk driving defense.  Consequently, they do not see weaknesses that are present in every case.  They often encourage a client to (needlessly) plead guilty.  They fail to see that DUI - DWI drunk driving cases, while difficult, can be defended.   Indeed, in most cases there is little or no downside to pleading "not guilty" and making the State prove their case.  They do not have the training or experience to see or understnd with confidence that police officers frequently make arrest decisions based upon poorly conducted investigations, that breath tests may not have followed been done according to required protocols, and may not be valid or accurate, and so forth.   I have successfully represented clients in Anne Arundel County (Annapolis and Glen Burnie), Howard County (Ellicott City), Prince George's County (Upper Marlboro and Hyattsville), Baltimore County (Catonsville, Towson, Essex/Kelso Drive), Baltimore City, Montgomery County (Rockville and Silver Spring), Calvert County (Prince Frederick), Saint Mary's County (Leonardtown), Charles County (LaPlata), Queen Anne's County (Centreville), Caroline County (Denton), and Talbot County (Easton), among others.

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

DUI and DWI

Language

Mandarin

Contact

Law Office of Richard Kodzis8611 Fort Smallwood Road,Suite "C"Pasadena, MD, 21122

Office: (410) 927-8834

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Reviews

anonymous
August 12, 2010

Richard is an outstanding person and lawyer. He was knowledgeable and straightforward, providing me with the reality of the DUI situation and the possible outcomes. He was a steady but responsive advisor throughout the process and helped me maintain my focus and perspective (not always easy). Richard was prepared the day of trial and had alternative plans depending on the outcome. Fortunately, we obtained what we determined was a good outcome based on the facts, but had things turned out otherwise he was prepared to continue to move forward if that's what I wanted. Mostly, Richard is both a fine man and attorney, someone you want on your side to represent you.

Morville
August 21, 2009

Mr. Kodzis was one of the best lawyers I ever worked with. I live in NY my wife found A couple of lawyers for me, after speaking with them I realized that Mr. Kodzis was the best pick. All business was conducted through phone conversations, emails and fax. He is very trustworthy, and generally cared about my case and the outcome. I met Mr. kodzis in person for the first time on the 17th of August my court date. He was able to get my cas dismissed and is currently working on having it expunged. I would not hesitate to use him again if needed, and i would have not having any second guest on reffering him to someone else. I think he is A perfessional and trustworthy person and i hope the best for his business. please contact me if you have any questions.

anonymous
November 1, 2017

Mr. Kodzis was a professional who actively listened. Gave legal advice and supported my decisions in how to proceed. He moved methodically and with purpose to work on my behalf.

anonymous
March 23, 2017

I received a DUI in the state of PA but am a Maryland resident and hopefully with the help of my lawyer in PA get accepted into the ARD program. My driving privileges will be suspended in PA. I was seeking information on what would be driving status in MD be and Richard consulted me and put my worries at ease. I highly recommend anyone with legal woes in MD to contact him.

Andy
March 23, 2017

Richard Kodzis was my attorney in my DUI case who's experience as a defense lawyer was second to none. He was through and left no stone unturned to ensure the best possible outcome for my case. I appreciate his concern for me and he always showed me his undivided attention answering my questions and keeping me informed at all times. I can't say again how much I appreciate his help. I had issues with state taxes and he was willing to help resolve that problem. You will never find a better Attorney then Richard Kodzis. I am great full for his help and I want everyone to know that Richard is the right choice when deciding to hire a lawyer. Thank you Richard!!

anonymous
March 14, 2017

Mr.kodzis is a very positive person and explains the possible outcomes very clearly. He helped me to get through my mva hearing and followed up until my license got reinstated! He knows all the possible outcomes for both in-state and out-of-state dui. He is someone you would definitely want to represent on your side.

Andrew
October 31, 2016

My wife and I were very impressed with the understanding and experience Mr. Kodzis had of the Anne Arundel County criminal justice system. We did not hesitate to hire him to represent me in my court case and I was very pleased with the outcome of my case- dismissal.

Jason
January 28, 2016

First and foremost, I would like to thank you to Richard for a job well done. Like most of you reading, I am not a bad person but a person that made a bad choice. Six months ago I made a horrible decision to drink and drive and less than one block from my house I had a very unfortunate encounter with the local law enforcement. My wife chanced to find Richard while looking online and gave him a call. Richard was wonderful on the first phone call when I felt like my life and everything I had worked so hard for was gone with my terrible choice to drink and drive. Richard provides excellent guidance from day one and put me InTouch with a co-worker of his that greatly impacted my sensitive security clearance in the most positive way it could be under my situation. Richard was spot on with his recommendations before trial and to say the least, his reputation and relationship with the court and district attorneys ended in a more favorable result than I thought possible. To recommend Richard would be underplaying my experience with this horrible situation. Hire him, and you hire much more than an attorney. All I did was follow his guidance from day one. Thank you, Richard, I am very much in your debt. JC

anonymous
May 19, 2015

Richard did an outstanding job on my case! He was very knowledgeable, trustworthy and just a very nice person. He prepared me for all outcomes and worked very hard with the prosecutor to get me the best outcome on a case in which I refused to blow. Thanks you Richard

mike
June 16, 2014

esquire Richard kodzis is a superior dui/dwi attorney I would recommend him to anybody that got a dui or anything for impared driving I had two dwi and he helped me thru the whole ordeal with the minimum time I had to do he is a ten out of ten

anonymous
August 12, 2010

Richard is an outstanding person and lawyer. He was knowledgeable and straightforward, providing me with the reality of the DUI situation and the possible outcomes. He was a steady but responsive advisor throughout the process and helped me maintain my focus and perspective (not always easy). Richard was prepared the day of trial and had alternative plans depending on the outcome. Fortunately, we obtained what we determined was a good outcome based on the facts, but had things turned out otherwise he was prepared to continue to move forward if that's what I wanted. Mostly, Richard is both a fine man and attorney, someone you want on your side to represent you.

Morville
August 21, 2009

Mr. Kodzis was one of the best lawyers I ever worked with. I live in NY my wife found A couple of lawyers for me, after speaking with them I realized that Mr. Kodzis was the best pick. All business was conducted through phone conversations, emails and fax. He is very trustworthy, and generally cared about my case and the outcome. I met Mr. kodzis in person for the first time on the 17th of August my court date. He was able to get my cas dismissed and is currently working on having it expunged. I would not hesitate to use him again if needed, and i would have not having any second guest on reffering him to someone else. I think he is A perfessional and trustworthy person and i hope the best for his business. please contact me if you have any questions.

anonymous
November 1, 2017

Mr. Kodzis was a professional who actively listened. Gave legal advice and supported my decisions in how to proceed. He moved methodically and with purpose to work on my behalf.

anonymous
March 23, 2017

I received a DUI in the state of PA but am a Maryland resident and hopefully with the help of my lawyer in PA get accepted into the ARD program. My driving privileges will be suspended in PA. I was seeking information on what would be driving status in MD be and Richard consulted me and put my worries at ease. I highly recommend anyone with legal woes in MD to contact him.

Andy
March 23, 2017

Richard Kodzis was my attorney in my DUI case who's experience as a defense lawyer was second to none. He was through and left no stone unturned to ensure the best possible outcome for my case. I appreciate his concern for me and he always showed me his undivided attention answering my questions and keeping me informed at all times. I can't say again how much I appreciate his help. I had issues with state taxes and he was willing to help resolve that problem. You will never find a better Attorney then Richard Kodzis. I am great full for his help and I want everyone to know that Richard is the right choice when deciding to hire a lawyer. Thank you Richard!!

anonymous
March 14, 2017

Mr.kodzis is a very positive person and explains the possible outcomes very clearly. He helped me to get through my mva hearing and followed up until my license got reinstated! He knows all the possible outcomes for both in-state and out-of-state dui. He is someone you would definitely want to represent on your side.

Andrew
October 31, 2016

My wife and I were very impressed with the understanding and experience Mr. Kodzis had of the Anne Arundel County criminal justice system. We did not hesitate to hire him to represent me in my court case and I was very pleased with the outcome of my case- dismissal.

Jason
January 28, 2016

First and foremost, I would like to thank you to Richard for a job well done. Like most of you reading, I am not a bad person but a person that made a bad choice. Six months ago I made a horrible decision to drink and drive and less than one block from my house I had a very unfortunate encounter with the local law enforcement. My wife chanced to find Richard while looking online and gave him a call. Richard was wonderful on the first phone call when I felt like my life and everything I had worked so hard for was gone with my terrible choice to drink and drive. Richard provides excellent guidance from day one and put me InTouch with a co-worker of his that greatly impacted my sensitive security clearance in the most positive way it could be under my situation. Richard was spot on with his recommendations before trial and to say the least, his reputation and relationship with the court and district attorneys ended in a more favorable result than I thought possible. To recommend Richard would be underplaying my experience with this horrible situation. Hire him, and you hire much more than an attorney. All I did was follow his guidance from day one. Thank you, Richard, I am very much in your debt. JC

anonymous
May 19, 2015

Richard did an outstanding job on my case! He was very knowledgeable, trustworthy and just a very nice person. He prepared me for all outcomes and worked very hard with the prosecutor to get me the best outcome on a case in which I refused to blow. Thanks you Richard

mike
June 16, 2014

esquire Richard kodzis is a superior dui/dwi attorney I would recommend him to anybody that got a dui or anything for impared driving I had two dwi and he helped me thru the whole ordeal with the minimum time I had to do he is a ten out of ten

anonymous
August 12, 2010

Richard is an outstanding person and lawyer. He was knowledgeable and straightforward, providing me with the reality of the DUI situation and the possible outcomes. He was a steady but responsive advisor throughout the process and helped me maintain my focus and perspective (not always easy). Richard was prepared the day of trial and had alternative plans depending on the outcome. Fortunately, we obtained what we determined was a good outcome based on the facts, but had things turned out otherwise he was prepared to continue to move forward if that's what I wanted. Mostly, Richard is both a fine man and attorney, someone you want on your side to represent you.

Morville
August 21, 2009

Mr. Kodzis was one of the best lawyers I ever worked with. I live in NY my wife found A couple of lawyers for me, after speaking with them I realized that Mr. Kodzis was the best pick. All business was conducted through phone conversations, emails and fax. He is very trustworthy, and generally cared about my case and the outcome. I met Mr. kodzis in person for the first time on the 17th of August my court date. He was able to get my cas dismissed and is currently working on having it expunged. I would not hesitate to use him again if needed, and i would have not having any second guest on reffering him to someone else. I think he is A perfessional and trustworthy person and i hope the best for his business. please contact me if you have any questions.

anonymous
November 1, 2017

Mr. Kodzis was a professional who actively listened. Gave legal advice and supported my decisions in how to proceed. He moved methodically and with purpose to work on my behalf.

anonymous
March 23, 2017

I received a DUI in the state of PA but am a Maryland resident and hopefully with the help of my lawyer in PA get accepted into the ARD program. My driving privileges will be suspended in PA. I was seeking information on what would be driving status in MD be and Richard consulted me and put my worries at ease. I highly recommend anyone with legal woes in MD to contact him.

Andy
March 23, 2017

Richard Kodzis was my attorney in my DUI case who's experience as a defense lawyer was second to none. He was through and left no stone unturned to ensure the best possible outcome for my case. I appreciate his concern for me and he always showed me his undivided attention answering my questions and keeping me informed at all times. I can't say again how much I appreciate his help. I had issues with state taxes and he was willing to help resolve that problem. You will never find a better Attorney then Richard Kodzis. I am great full for his help and I want everyone to know that Richard is the right choice when deciding to hire a lawyer. Thank you Richard!!

anonymous
March 14, 2017

Mr.kodzis is a very positive person and explains the possible outcomes very clearly. He helped me to get through my mva hearing and followed up until my license got reinstated! He knows all the possible outcomes for both in-state and out-of-state dui. He is someone you would definitely want to represent on your side.

Andrew
October 31, 2016

My wife and I were very impressed with the understanding and experience Mr. Kodzis had of the Anne Arundel County criminal justice system. We did not hesitate to hire him to represent me in my court case and I was very pleased with the outcome of my case- dismissal.

Jason
January 28, 2016

First and foremost, I would like to thank you to Richard for a job well done. Like most of you reading, I am not a bad person but a person that made a bad choice. Six months ago I made a horrible decision to drink and drive and less than one block from my house I had a very unfortunate encounter with the local law enforcement. My wife chanced to find Richard while looking online and gave him a call. Richard was wonderful on the first phone call when I felt like my life and everything I had worked so hard for was gone with my terrible choice to drink and drive. Richard provides excellent guidance from day one and put me InTouch with a co-worker of his that greatly impacted my sensitive security clearance in the most positive way it could be under my situation. Richard was spot on with his recommendations before trial and to say the least, his reputation and relationship with the court and district attorneys ended in a more favorable result than I thought possible. To recommend Richard would be underplaying my experience with this horrible situation. Hire him, and you hire much more than an attorney. All I did was follow his guidance from day one. Thank you, Richard, I am very much in your debt. JC

anonymous
May 19, 2015

Richard did an outstanding job on my case! He was very knowledgeable, trustworthy and just a very nice person. He prepared me for all outcomes and worked very hard with the prosecutor to get me the best outcome on a case in which I refused to blow. Thanks you Richard

mike
June 16, 2014

esquire Richard kodzis is a superior dui/dwi attorney I would recommend him to anybody that got a dui or anything for impared driving I had two dwi and he helped me thru the whole ordeal with the minimum time I had to do he is a ten out of ten