§ 11–207

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't § 11-207 (2026)

Title 11. Powers of Code Counties

Subtitle 2. Civil Infractions

(a)

In a civil infraction proceeding:

(1)

the court shall confirm that the defendant has received a copy of and understands the charges;

(2)

the defendant may enter a plea of guilty or not guilty;

(3)

the court shall apply the evidentiary standards provided by law for the trial of a criminal case;

(4)

the defendant may:

(i)

cross–examine witnesses;

(ii)

produce evidence or witnesses on the defendant’s behalf;

(iii)

testify; and

(iv)

be represented by counsel of the defendant’s own choice and at the defendant’s expense; and

(5)

the burden of proof is the same as required by law in the trial of a criminal case.

(b)

The court may:

(1)

enter a verdict of guilty or not guilty; or

(2)

before entering a verdict, place the defendant on probation in the same manner as allowed in the trial of a criminal case.