In Baltimore County, criminal charges under Md. Code, Criminal Law Article carry penalties from 90 days to 25 years; Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 4,739+ documented case results firm-wide with over 93% favorable outcomes. Former prosecutors on staff provide strategic defense at District Court of MD for Baltimore County – Towson.
Last verified: April 2026 | District Court of MD for Baltimore County – Towson | Maryland General Assembly
Maryland criminal law is codified in the Criminal Law Article (CR) of the Maryland Code. Offenses range from misdemeanors (theft under $100: up to 90 days) to felonies (first-degree assault: up to 25 years). The state also provides critical dispositions like Probation Before Judgment (PBJ), which avoids a formal conviction on your record. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C., founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris, has handled thousands of criminal cases across Maryland state courts.
For the official Maryland criminal statutes, see Md. Code, Criminal Law Article (CR) (official Maryland General Assembly). For court procedures and forms, visit the District Court of MD for Baltimore County – Towson website.
- Initial Appearance: A District Court commissioner sets bail within 24 hours of arrest.
- Bail Review: If detained, you get a bail review hearing in District Court within 24 hours.
- Arraignment: You appear before a judge to enter a plea. Misdemeanors stay in District Court.
- Discovery: Your attorney reviews the state’s evidence and files pretrial motions.
- Trial or Plea: Felonies go to Baltimore County Circuit Court; misdemeanors are tried in District Court.
- Post-Disposition: Options include PBJ, Stet, Nolle Prosequi, or expungement after acquittal or dismissal.
In Baltimore County, criminal penalties vary by offense classification — from civil citations for minor marijuana possession to 25 years for first-degree assault.
| Offense | Classification | Incarceration | Fine | License Impact | Additional Consequences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Second-degree assault | Misdemeanor | Up to 10 years | $2,500 | None | Protective order possible |
| Theft $100-$1,500 | Misdemeanor | Up to 6 months | $500 | None | Restitution ordered |
| Theft $1,500-$25,000 | Felony | Up to 5 years | $10,000 | None | Restitution ordered |
| First-degree assault | Felony | Up to 25 years | $5,000 | None | Firearm prohibition |
| Drug possession (non-marijuana) | Misdemeanor | Up to 4 years | $1,000 | Driver’s license suspension | Drug treatment evaluation |
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. was founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris. The firm has over 120 years of combined legal experience and has handled 4,739+ documented case results firm-wide with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate. Our Maryland team includes Kristen Fisher, a former Assistant State’s Attorney who prosecuted cases in both District and Circuit Courts. This prosecutorial background provides direct insight into how the State builds its cases — an advantage when constructing your defense.
Our team also includes Mr. Sris, founder and managing attorney, a former prosecutor with multi-state practice across VA, MD, DC, NJ, and NY.
SRIS actively practices in Baltimore County. Firm-wide, SRIS has handled 4,739+ documented case results with over 93% favorable outcomes. In Baltimore County specifically, our results include dismissals (Nolle Prosequi) on child pornography promotion/distribution charges and probation with all incarceration suspended on possession of child pornography cases.
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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What is Probation Before Judgment (PBJ) in Baltimore County, Maryland?
Yes. PBJ is a Maryland disposition where the judge places you on probation instead of entering a guilty verdict. PBJ avoids a formal conviction on your record and is available for most misdemeanors and many felonies at District Court of MD for Baltimore County – Towson. After probation, PBJ cases can be expunged with a 3-year waiting period.
Can I get my criminal record expunged in Baltimore County, Maryland?
Yes. Maryland allows expungement for acquittals, dismissals, Nolle Prosequi, Stet, PBJ (after 3 years), and many non-violent convictions under the Justice Reinvestment Act. Cases in Baltimore County are expunged through the court where the case was heard.
What happens after a criminal arrest in Baltimore County, Maryland?
After arrest: (1) initial appearance before a District Court commissioner who sets bail, (2) bail review hearing within 24 hours if detained, (3) arraignment, (4) trial. Misdemeanors are tried at District Court of MD for Baltimore County – Towson. Felonies go to Baltimore County Circuit Court.
Do I need a lawyer for a misdemeanor in Baltimore County, Maryland?
Yes. Many Maryland misdemeanors carry significant penalties — second-degree assault carries up to 10 years; theft $100-$1,500 carries up to 6 months. An attorney at District Court of MD for Baltimore County – Towson can negotiate PBJ (no conviction on record) or dismissal.
What is the difference between a Stet and Nolle Prosequi in Baltimore County?
A Nolle Prosequi means the State’s Attorney drops the charges permanently. A Stet places the case on an inactive docket — the State can reopen it within one year. Both are eligible for expungement. Your attorney can negotiate either disposition depending on the facts of your case.
Last verified: April 2026. Information current as of April 2026. Laws change — contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for current guidance.
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