# Courts and Judicial Proceedings (GCJ)

## Title 12. Appeals, Certiorari, and Certification of Questions

### Subtitle 4. Review of Decisions of District Court

#### Section 12-404

If a judgment of the District Court imposing a fine or penalty for violation of a law or ordinance is affirmed on appeal, the appellate court may commit the defendant or appellant in case of nonpayment of the fine or penalty, in accordance with law.

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Md. Code Ann., Cts. & Jud. Proc. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)