# Local Government (GLG)

## Title 6. Violations of Ordinances and Resolutions

### Subtitle 1

#### Section 6-105

(a) If a citation is served without a summons, the defendant may elect to stand trial for the municipal infraction by providing written notice of intent to stand trial to the municipality at least 5 days before the payment date specified in the citation.

(b)

  (1) After receiving the written notice of intention to stand trial, the municipality shall forward a copy of the citation and notice to the District Court having venue.

  (2) After receiving the citation and notice, the District Court shall:

    (i) schedule the case for trial; and

    (ii) notify the defendant of the trial date.

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