§ 6-109. Proceedings

MD Local Gov Code § 6-109 (2019) (N/A)
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(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.