# Local Government (GLG)

## Title 6. Violations of Ordinances and Resolutions

### Subtitle 1

#### Section 6-109

(a) In a municipal infraction proceeding:

  (1) the District 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 District Court shall apply the evidentiary standards provided by law or rule for the trial of a civil case;

  (4) the defendant may:

    (i) cross-examine witnesses;

    (ii) produce evidence or witnesses on the defendant's own behalf;

    (iii) testify; and

    (iv) be represented by counsel of the defendant's choice and at the defendant's expense; and

  (5) the municipality has the burden to prove by clear and convincing evidence that the defendant has committed the infraction.

(b) The District Court may:

  (1) enter a verdict of guilty or not guilty; or

  (2) before entering a verdict, place the defendant on probation.

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