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Maryland Courts

Understanding the Maryland Court System

In Maryland, a crime is characterized as either a misdemeanor or a felony. Misdemeanors are less serious offenses in the Maryland and federal law code and are generally punished by fines and/or no more than one year in prison. However, there are certain misdemeanors, such as Second Degree Assualt that can carry as much as 10 years in prison. Felonies carry higher fines and more severe penalties ranging from one year to life in prison, and even the death penalty.

Depending on whether you’re charged with a misdemeanor or felony, your case will be heard in either the District Court or Circuit Court. The District Court hears cases involving motor vehicle violations, misdemeanors, and certain felonies. Circuit Courts hear cases involving serious felony crimes and all jury trials.

Misdemeanors In Maryland

 

Felonies In Maryland

DISTRICT COURTS ON EASTERN SHORE

Worcester County District Court
301 Commerce St
Snow Hill, MD 21863

Dorchester County District Court
310 Gay St # 1
Cambridge, MD 21613

Somerset County District Court
12155 Elm St. Ste C
Princess Anne, MD 21853-1348

Wicomico County District Court
201 Baptist Street
Salisbury, MD 21801-4959

CIRCUIT COURTS ON EASTERN SHORE

Worcester County Circuit Court
One West Market St., Room 104
Snow Hill, MD 21863

Somerset County Circuit Court
30512 Prince William Street
Princess Anne, MD 21853

Wicomico County Circuit Court
101 North Division Street, Room 105
Salisbury, MD 21801

Dorchester County Circuit Court
206 High Street
Cambridge, MD 21613