Maryland Judiciary
Recent News About Maryland Judiciary
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Obama nominates Maryland's Chief Judge Barbera for State Justice Institute board
President Barack Obama has put forward the nomination of Chief Judge Mary Ellen Barbera of the Maryland Court of Appeals to join the Board of Directors at the State Justice Institute (SJI). -
Judge K. Christy Holt Chesser named administrative judge for three Maryland counties
The District Court of Maryland has appointed Judge K. Christy Holt Chesser as the new administrative judge for District 4, which encompasses Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties. -
Judge Dorothy J. Wilson appointed as district administrative judge for Baltimore County
The District Court of Maryland has announced the appointment of Judge Dorothy J. Wilson as the new administrative judge for District 8, which includes Baltimore County. -
Maryland expands electronic case filing to Upper Eastern Shore
Beginning July 18, a new case management system will be implemented in courts across Caroline, Cecil, Kent, Queen Anne’s, and Talbot counties. -
Pre-trial proceedings for State of Maryland v. Brian Rice start July 5
Pre-trial proceedings for the case of State of Maryland v. Brian Rice are set to commence on July 5, 2016. -
Prince George’s County Circuit Court honors family reunifications during special celebration
The Circuit Court for Prince George's County recently hosted a reunification celebration on June 14, marking the successful reunion of families with children previously placed in the child welfare system. -
Family justice center opens in Prince George's County
The Circuit Court for Prince George’s County is set to open a Family Justice Center, designed to offer coordinated services for victims of abuse and their children. -
Pre-trial proceedings set for State of Maryland v. Caesar Goodson
Pre-trial proceedings for the case of State of Maryland v. Caesar Goodson are set to commence on June 6, 2016. -
Maryland judiciary ranks fourth nationally for civil justice accessibility
The Maryland Judiciary has been recognized as a national leader in providing civil access to justice, ranking fourth in the nation according to the Justice Index. -
Clarence M. Mitchell Jr. Courthouse set to reopen after fire damage repairs
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Baltimore's new youth art program aims to connect courts with community
Courting Art Baltimore is set to host its inaugural art contest reception on May 17, 2016, at the Eastside District Court Building in Baltimore. -
Anne Arundel County celebrates drug/DUI court graduates during National Drug Court Month
Anne Arundel County District Court will celebrate the graduation of participants from its Adult Drug and DUI Treatment Court on Thursday, May 12. -
Clarence Mitchell Courthouse remains closed due to ongoing fire restoration efforts
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Pre-trial hearings set for State of Maryland v. Edward Nero
Pre-trial proceedings for the case of State of Maryland v. Edward Nero are set to commence on May 10, 2016. -
Clarence M. Mitchell Courthouse reopening set for May after fire closure
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Baltimore courthouse closes due to fire; services moved temporarily
The Clarence M. Mitchell, Jr., Courthouse in Baltimore City will remain closed for the rest of the week due to fire damage. -
Pre-trial motions hearing set for Maryland v. Nero and Rice
A pre-trial motions hearing is scheduled for the cases of State of Maryland v. Edward Nero and State of Maryland v. Brian Rice. -
Maryland Court hosts mock trial championship with high school finalists
Two Maryland high school mock trial teams are set to compete in the historic courtroom of the Maryland Court of Appeals. -
Baltimore City Circuit Court unveils redesigned website with improved accessibility
The Circuit Court for Baltimore City has launched a redesigned website, incorporating updated technology and a modern, responsive design. -
High schoolers learn about legal consequences at court visit
More than 100 high school students from Anne Arundel County will visit the Anne Arundel County District Court on April 7.