Maryland Code, CRIMINAL PROCEDURE 6-212
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Terms Used In Maryland Code, CRIMINAL PROCEDURE 6-212
- Probation officers: Screen applicants for pretrial release and monitor convicted offenders released under court supervision.
- Sentencing guidelines: A set of rules and principles established by the United States Sentencing Commission that trial judges use to determine the sentence for a convicted defendant. Source: U.S. Courts
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
The Commission shall:
(1) hold training and orientation programs for trial court judges, attorneys, probation officers, and other interested parties as required;
(2) consult with the General Assembly about carrying out, managing, maintaining, and operating the sentencing guidelines system; and
(3) prepare statements containing fiscal and statistical information on proposed legislation affecting sentencing and corrections practice.