§ 11-1001 Definitions
§ 11-1002 Guidelines for treatment of victim of crime, victim’s representative, or witness
§ 11-1003 Guidelines for treatment of victim of delinquent act, victim’s representative, or witness
§ 11-1004 Effect of subtitle
§ 11-1005 Victim and responsible relative; cost of health services
§ 11-1006 Programs for survivors of homicide victims
§ 11-1007 Services for victim of alleged rape, sexual offense, or child abuse
§ 11-1007 v2 Services for victim of alleged rape, sexual offense, or child abuse
§ 11-1008 Program for Preventing HIV Infection for Rape Victims
§ 11-1009 Investigation or case involving a victim of sexually assaultive behavior,
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Terms Used In Maryland Code > CRIMINAL PROCEDURE > Title 11 > Subtitle 10 - Treatment and Help

  • Adult: means an individual at least 18 years old. See
  • Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.
  • assault: means assault in any degree unless a specific degree of assault is specified. See
  • Bail: Security given for the release of a criminal defendant or witness from legal custody (usually in the form of money) to secure his/her appearance on the day and time appointed.
  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
  • Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
  • County: means a county of the State or Baltimore City. See
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Dismissal: The dropping of a case by the judge without further consideration or hearing. Source:
  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
  • Lease: A contract transferring the use of property or occupancy of land, space, structures, or equipment in consideration of a payment (e.g., rent). Source: OCC
  • minor: means an individual under the age of 18 years. See
  • Plea: In a criminal case, the defendant's statement pleading "guilty" or "not guilty" in answer to the charges, a declaration made in open court.
  • Restitution: The court-ordered payment of money by the defendant to the victim for damages caused by the criminal action.
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
  • Victim Impact Statement: A written or spoken statement by the victim or his or her representative about the physical, emotional, and financial impact of a crime on the victim. The statement is given to the court before sentencing.