§ 3–8A-33
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Cts. & Jud. Proc. § 3-8A-33 (2026)
Title 3. Courts of General Jurisdiction -- Jurisdiction/special Causes of Action
Subtitle 8A. Juvenile Causes -- Children Other Than Cinas and Adults
§ 3–8A-33LinkCopy Citation
(a)
A law enforcement officer authorized to make arrests shall issue a citation to a child if the officer has probable cause to believe that the child is violating:
(1)
§ 5–601 of the Criminal Law Article involving the use or possession of cannabis;
(2)
§ 10–113, § 10–114, § 10–115, or § 10–116 of the Criminal Law Article;
(3)
§ 10–132 of the Criminal Law Article;
(4)
§ 10–136 of the Criminal Law Article; or
(5)
§ 26–103 of the Education Article.
(b)
A citation issued under this section shall be in a format prescribed by the State Court Administrator after consultation with police administrators and the Motor Vehicle Administrator. Each citation shall be signed by the issuing officer and shall contain:
(1)
The name, address, and birth date of the child being charged with the violation;
(2)
The name and address of the child’s parent or legal guardian;
(3)
The statute allegedly violated;
(4)
The time, place, and date of the violation;
(5)
The driver’s license number of the child, if the child possesses a driver’s license;
(6)
The registration number of the motor vehicle, motorcycle, or other vehicle, if applicable;
(7)
The signature of the child; and
(8)
The penalties which may be imposed under § 3–8A–19 of this subtitle.
(c)
A copy of the citation issued under this section shall be:
(1)
Given to the child being charged;
(2)
Retained by the officer issuing the citation;
(3)
Mailed within 7 days to the child’s parent or legal guardian; and
(4)
Filed with the intake officer of the court having jurisdiction under this subtitle.