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Recent News About Maryland Judiciary
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Maryland expands electronic court filing system to four more counties
The Maryland Judiciary has expanded its electronic case filing system, known as the Maryland Electronic Courts (MDEC), to Allegany, Frederick, Garrett, and Washington counties. -
Maryland seeks public input on uniform bar examination proposal
The Maryland Court of Appeals has announced the release of a report by its Advisory Committee on the potential adoption of the Uniform Bar Examination (UBE) in Maryland. -
Anne Arundel students visit court for educational program on legal consequences
Approximately 140 high school students from Anne Arundel County are set to attend the Schools in the Court program at the Anne Arundel County District Court in Annapolis. -
Maryland courts honored for innovative electronic land records system
The Maryland Judiciary has been recognized by the Mid-Atlantic Association for Court Management (MAACM) for its advancements in modernizing the land records recording process. -
Keith A. Baynes appointed second judicial circuit administrative judge
Maryland Court of Appeals Chief Judge Mary Ellen Barbera announced the appointment of Cecil County Administrative Judge Keith A. Baynes as the new Administrative Judge for the Second Judicial Circuit. -
Maryland Judiciary opens new walk-in center offering free civil case assistance
The Maryland Judiciary has inaugurated a new walk-in center to provide free legal assistance for civil cases in Baltimore. -
Maryland Judiciary expands free legal help with new walk-in center in Baltimore
The Maryland Judiciary is set to enhance its services for Baltimore residents dealing with civil legal issues in District Court. -
Maryland courts invite student artists for conflict resolution bookmark contest
The Maryland Judiciary is inviting young artists to contribute their creativity to the 12th annual Conflict Resolution Day Student Bookmark Art Contest. -
Len Bias' mother to speak at Prince George's County drug court graduation
The Prince George’s County District Court Adult Drug Court is set to hold a graduation ceremony on August 15, where Dr. Lonise Bias will address the new graduates. -
Maryland law library director awarded for public service
Steve Anderson, Director of the Maryland State Law Library, has been honored with the 2017 Roy M. Mersky Spirit of Law Librarianship Award for Public Service. -
Brian D. Shockley named administrative judge for Worcester County
Maryland Court of Appeals Chief Judge Mary Ellen Barbera has announced that Judge Brian D. Shockley will assume the role of Administrative Judge for the Worcester County Circuit Court starting August 6, 2017. -
Baltimore City Circuit Court introduces new mediation pilot for misdemeanor cases
The Circuit Court for Baltimore City has initiated a mediation pilot program aimed at enhancing access to justice for individuals involved in criminal misdemeanor cases. -
Lydia E. Lawless named new bar counsel for Maryland's Attorney Grievance Commission
Lydia E. Lawless has been appointed as the new Bar Counsel for the Attorney Grievance Commission of Maryland, with her role commencing on July 1. -
Baltimore celebrates drug treatment court graduates' new beginnings
The Baltimore City Circuit Court recently celebrated the graduation of seven participants from its Adult Drug Treatment Court program. -
Charles County Circuit Court celebrates Family Recovery Court program's impact
The Circuit Court for Charles County is set to hold a celebration for its Family Recovery Court program on Friday, June 16. -
Maryland judiciary expands electronic case filing across Southern Maryland
The Maryland Judiciary has expanded its electronic case filing system, known as the Maryland Electronic Courts (MDEC), to include Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary's counties. -
Maryland Court to hear oral arguments in Adnan Syed appellate cases
The Maryland Court of Special Appeals is set to hear oral arguments in two appellate cases involving Adnan Syed on June 8, 2017. -
Baltimore City Circuit Court hosts adult drug treatment court graduation
The Circuit Court for Baltimore City is set to honor participants from its Adult Drug Treatment Court program with a graduation ceremony on Friday, May 26. -
Pamila J. Brown named administrative judge for Carroll and Howard counties
Howard County District Judge Pamila J. Brown has been appointed as the Administrative Judge for District 10, covering Carroll and Howard counties in Maryland. -
Judge Patricia L. Mitchell named administrative judge for Montgomery County
Montgomery County District Judge Patricia L. Mitchell has been appointed as the Administrative Judge for District 6 of the District Court of Maryland, effective July 1.