Practice area
Constitutional Law
Defending rights and liberties in state and federal courts.
Constitutional cases turn on fundamental rights: due process, equal protection, free speech, search and seizure, and the limits of government power. They demand careful research and strong advocacy at every level of the court system.
Mr. Garza is admitted to practice in all courts in Maryland and the District of Columbia, including the United States Supreme Court, and has reported decisions in the Supreme Court of Maryland, the D.C. Court of Appeals, the federal courts and the U.S. Supreme Court. He brings that experience to protecting clients’ constitutional rights.
Common questions
Constitutional Law: what people ask first
What kinds of cases involve constitutional law?
Cases where government action touches fundamental rights: due process, equal protection, free speech, search and seizure, and the limits of government power.
Can a constitutional claim go to a higher court?
Yes. These cases often move through appeals. Mr. Garza is admitted to all Maryland and D.C. courts and the U.S. Supreme Court, with reported decisions at each level.
How do I know if my case raises a constitutional issue?
Often you will not know until a lawyer looks at the facts. Call and describe what happened, and Mr. Garza will tell you whether there is a constitutional question worth pursuing.
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Questions about constitutional law?
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