In Annapolis, Maryland, an educational court program aims to teach students about the legal consequences of everyday decisions. The initiative includes a mock traffic stop demonstration, where students can observe the real-time implications of poor choices. Participants will interact with various legal professionals such as police officers, K-9 units, public defenders, and judges. Additionally, they will hear firsthand accounts from individuals who have faced legal issues due to offenses like drunk driving and texting while driving.
The program also addresses mental health concerns among youth. Conducted alongside mental health experts, this segment focuses on raising awareness and recognizing crisis signs in oneself and others. It highlights available resources for immediate support.
A hearing is scheduled regarding Adnan Syed's motion for sentence reduction under the Juvenile Restoration Act in case number 199103042. Judge Jennifer B. Schiffer will preside over the proceedings at the Circuit Court for Baltimore City on February 26, 2026.
Limited seating will be available in Courtroom 203M for this hearing. An overflow room with a live feed will accommodate additional attendees. Media representatives must request seating through court liaisons and adhere to strict guidelines prohibiting recording devices within the courthouse.
Maryland law prohibits broadcasting criminal proceedings, and electronic devices are restricted per judiciary policy. No recordings or transmissions are allowed inside the courthouse without prior approval under the court’s Media Protocol Order.
Court records are maintained by the clerk of the Circuit Court for Baltimore City and can be accessed online. Public Wi-Fi is available at the courthouse; however, media parking is not designated, requiring adherence to local parking rules.