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Recent News About Maryland Judiciary
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Virtual career day inspires EXCEL Academy students with insights into legal careers
The EXCEL Academy Public Charter School in Prince George's County, Maryland, recently held its annual career day event virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic. -
Maryland Judiciary supports remote mediation amid COVID-19 disruptions
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted individuals seeking to resolve court matters, prompting the Maryland Judiciary’s Mediation and Conflict Resolution Office (MACRO) to support remote mediation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR). -
Maryland Judiciary forms committee to tackle systemic inequalities
A new committee has been established by the Maryland Judiciary to enhance its commitment to equal justice. -
Maryland's juvenile courts continue remote operations amid pandemic
Circuit courts across Maryland continue to handle juvenile cases amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. -
Maryland Judiciary supports drug court participants amid COVID-19 challenges
The COVID-19 pandemic has presented unprecedented challenges for the Maryland Judiciary, but its Problem-Solving Courts have continued to support participants in substance abuse, mental health, and veteran's treatment programs. -
Maryland courts process marriage licenses remotely amid pandemic
On May 13, the Maryland Judiciary began processing marriage licenses remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. -
Maryland courts innovate during COVID-19 with virtual graduations
The COVID-19 pandemic has posed significant challenges for the Maryland Judiciary, but it has also spurred innovation within its Problem-Solving Courts. -
Maryland Judiciary to discuss court impacts and reopening plans amid COVID-19
Top officials from the Maryland Judiciary, along with criminal justice partners, are set to engage in a virtual briefing concerning the impact of COVID-19 on courts and the broader criminal justice system. -
Maryland bar exam postponed from July to September due to COVID-19
Maryland's 2020 Uniform Bar Examination, initially set for July 28-29 at the Baltimore Convention Center, has been postponed. -
Maryland courts announce phased reopening plan amid COVID-19
The Maryland court system has announced a phased reopening plan, detailing how courts across the state will gradually return to full operations over the coming weeks and months. -
Maryland courts adapt problem-solving programs amid COVID-19
The Maryland Judiciary is adapting to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, maintaining essential operations and supporting participants in its Problem-Solving Courts. -
Maryland Judiciary expands online access with appellate court cases
The Maryland Judiciary has expanded its public access database, known as Maryland Judiciary Case Search, to include appellate court case information. -
Temporary Towson Courthouse closes temporarily after COVID-19 case
The temporary Towson Courthouse location for the District Court in Baltimore County will be closed on Monday, May 18, 2020. -
Maryland courts process remote marriage licenses amid pandemic
Maryland courts have begun processing marriage license applications remotely, adapting to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. -
Maryland courts adapt programs during COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has presented significant challenges for the Maryland Judiciary, which continues to maintain essential operations. -
Maryland Judiciary adapts problem-solving courts amid COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has posed significant challenges for the Maryland Judiciary, particularly its Problem-Solving Courts. -
Maryland Judiciary leaders to discuss court operations amid COVID-19
Top officials from the Maryland Judiciary, along with criminal justice partners, are set to participate in a virtual briefing on the impact of COVID-19 on courts and the criminal justice system. -
Maryland Judiciary announces systems outage for maintenance on May 3
The Maryland Judiciary has announced a scheduled technology systems outage on Sunday, May 3, 2020. -
Maryland Judiciary plans systems outage for technology upgrades
The Maryland Judiciary has announced a scheduled technology systems upgrade and maintenance on Saturday, April 18. -
Maryland extends court closures and issues guidance on incarcerated individuals
On April 14, 2020, Maryland Court of Appeals Chief Judge Mary Ellen Barbera issued two new administrative orders in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.