# Local Government (GLG)

## Title 11. Powers of Code Counties

### Subtitle 2. Civil Infractions

#### Section 11-207

(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.

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Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)