Maryland Code, TRANSPORTATION 26-409
Terms Used In Maryland Code, TRANSPORTATION 26-409
- Indictment: The formal charge issued by a grand jury stating that there is enough evidence that the defendant committed the crime to justify having a trial; it is used primarily for felonies.
- state: means :
(1) a state, possession, territory, or commonwealth of the United States; or
(2) the District of Columbia. See - Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
(1) It includes the information required under the laws of this State;
(2) It is executed by the police officer issuing the citation as required under § 1-605 of the Courts Article; and
(3) It is filed with the District Court as required under § 1-605 of the Courts Article.
(b) The trial court may try a case for which a charge is made under this title only on:
(1) A traffic citation that meets the requirements of a charging document under subsection (a) of this section;
(2) A warrant, information, or indictment; or
(3) Any other charging document authorized by a rule adopted by the Court of Appeals with the concurrence of the Administration.