# Local Government (GLG)

## Title 11. Powers of Code Counties

### Subtitle 2. Civil Infractions

#### Section 11-209

(a) If a defendant is found guilty of a civil infraction and a fine is imposed, the court may direct that the payment of the fine be suspended or deferred under conditions that the court sets.

(b) A court may treat a defendant's willful failure to pay a fine imposed under this subtitle as a criminal contempt of court.

(c) The District Court shall remit to the county any fine, penalty, or forfeiture the court collects.

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