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Baltimore court schedules Zoom sentencing hearing for Adnan Syed
The Circuit Court for Baltimore City is set to conduct a Zoom hearing for the sentencing of Adnan Syed on March 14, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. This follows the final opinion issued by Judge Jennifer B. Schiffer on March 6, 2025. -
Supreme Court holds off-site oral arguments at Montgomery College
On March 4, 2025, the Supreme Court of Maryland conducted oral arguments at Montgomery College in Rockville. -
Maryland Supreme Court to hold off-site oral arguments at Montgomery College
The Supreme Court of Maryland is set to conduct oral arguments in Montgomery County on March 4, 2025. -
Baltimore City District Court Re-Entry Project celebrates its 11th graduation
On February 21, 2025, the Baltimore City District Court Re-Entry Project (DCREP) will celebrate its 11th graduation ceremony. -
Hearing set for Adnan Syed's sentence reduction under Juvenile Restoration Act
In Annapolis, Maryland, an educational court program aims to teach students about the legal consequences of everyday decisions. -
Maryland courts announce additional holiday closure on Christmas Eve
All courts, court offices, and administrative offices in Maryland will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, 2024. -
Baltimore courts closed after legionella bacteria detected
The Baltimore City Circuit and District Courts are addressing a Legionella bacteria issue that has led to the temporary closure of several courthouses. -
Maryland Judiciary announces winners of annual bookmark art contest
The Maryland Judiciary's Mediation and Conflict Resolution Office (MACRO) recently announced the winners of its 19th Annual Bookmark Art Contest. -
Schools in Court educates students on legal consequences
The District Court in Prince George's County is set to host an educational program aimed at high school students. -
Anne Arundel introduces first mental health court
The District Court of Maryland has announced the establishment of a new problem-solving court aimed at providing mental health treatment and related services to the Anne Arundel County community. -
Joseph M. Stanalonis named administrative judge for St. Mary's County Circuit Court
Supreme Court of Maryland Chief Justice Matthew J. Fader has appointed Judge Joseph M. Stanalonis as the county administrative judge for the Circuit Court for St. Mary’s County, effective November 20, 2024. -
Maryland circuit courts celebrate National Adoption Day with statewide events
Maryland's circuit courts are set to host adoption proceedings and family celebrations across the state in recognition of National Adoption Day on November 23, 2024. -
Central Maryland launches new regional court for veteran rehabilitation
On November 12, 2024, the District Court in Baltimore City launched the Central Maryland Regional Veterans Treatment Court. -
Court Help Access & Information Center opens in Allegany County
On May 1, the Maryland Judiciary and the Maryland Center for Legal Assistance (MCLA), a subsidiary of Maryland Legal Aid, celebrated the opening of the Court Help Access & Information Center in Allegany County. -
Maryland completes statewide rollout of electronic court filing system
On May 6, 2024, the Circuit Court for Baltimore City and the District Court of Maryland in Baltimore City joined the Maryland Electronic Courts (MDEC) system. -
Court Help Center opens in Allegany County with ribbon-cutting ceremony
The Court Help Access & Information Center in Allegany County is set to open its doors on Wednesday, May 1, at the Circuit Court for Allegany County. -
New administrative judges appointed for Maryland districts
The District Court of Maryland has announced the appointment of Judges Kerwin A. Miller, Sr. and Wayne A. Brooks as administrative judges for District 9 and District 10, respectively. -
Maryland Supreme Court holds off-site session at St. Mary's College
The Supreme Court of Maryland conducted oral arguments at St. Mary's College of Maryland on March 5, 2024. -
Maryland Supreme Court holds off-site hearing at St. Mary's College
The Supreme Court of Maryland is set to conduct oral arguments at St. Mary’s College of Maryland on March 5, 2024. -
Anne Arundel County court educates students on law and mental health
Students from Meade, Broadneck, and Glen Burnie high schools are set to participate in the "Schools in the Court" program offered by the District Court in Anne Arundel County.