(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated, unless the context of their use indicates otherwise. (b) “Adjudicatory hearing” means a hearing under this subtitle to determine whether the allegations in the petition, other than allegations that the child requires treatment, guidance, or rehabilitation, are true. (c) “Adult” means an individual who is at least […]
(a) The purposes of this subtitle are: (1) To ensure that the Juvenile Justice System balances the following objectives for children who have committed delinquent acts: (i) Public safety and the protection of the community; (ii) Accountability of the child to the victim and the community for offenses committed; and (iii) Competency and character development to assist children in becoming […]
(a) In addition to the jurisdiction specified in Subtitle 8 of this title, the court has exclusive original jurisdiction over: (1) A child who is alleged to be delinquent or in need of supervision or who has received a citation for a violation; (2) Except as provided in subsection (d)(6) of this section, a peace order proceeding in […]
The provisions of §§ 3–806, 3–807, and 3–829 of this title govern judges, magistrates, and local juvenile court committees under this subtitle.
(a) If a person is alleged to be delinquent, the age of the person at the time the alleged delinquent act was committed controls the determination of jurisdiction under this subtitle. (b) If a person is alleged to have committed an act under § 3-8A-19.1(b) of this subtitle, the age of the person at the time the […]
(a) The court may waive the exclusive jurisdiction conferred by § 3–8A–03 of this subtitle with respect to a petition alleging delinquency by: (1) A child who is 15 years old or older; or (2) A child who has not reached his 15th birthday, but who is charged with committing an act that, if committed by an adult, […]
(a) If the court obtains jurisdiction over a child under this subtitle, that jurisdiction continues until that person reaches 21 years of age unless terminated sooner. (b) This section does not affect the jurisdiction of other courts over a person who commits an offense after the person reaches the age of 18. (c) Unless otherwise ordered by the […]
(a) If a petition alleges that a child is in need of supervision, the petition shall be filed in the county where the child resides. (b) If delinquency or violation of § 3-8A-30 of this subtitle is alleged or if a citation is issued, the petition, if any, or the citation shall be filed in the county […]
(a) (1) If a petition, peace order request, or citation is filed under this subtitle in a county other than the county where the child is living or domiciled, the court on its own motion or on motion of a party, may transfer the proceedings to the county of residence or domicile at any time prior to […]
(a) This section does not apply to allegations that a child is in need of assistance, as defined in § 3–801 of this title. (b) An intake officer shall receive: (1) Complaints from a person or agency having knowledge of facts which may cause a person to be subject to the jurisdiction of the court under this subtitle; […]
(a) An intake officer shall use the following form to inform persons, in accordance with § 3-8A-10 of this subtitle, of his decision to deny authorization to file a petition for the alleged commission of a delinquent act: � Date:��(Date�form�is�mailed) � Re:� � Offense�No.:� � Date�of�Offense:� � Nature of Offense:� � � � […]
(a) A statement made by a participant while counsel and advice are being given, offered, or sought, in the discussions or conferences incident to an informal adjustment may not be admitted in evidence in any adjudicatory hearing or peace order proceeding or in a criminal proceeding against the participant prior to conviction. (b) Any information secured or […]
(a) A petition shall allege that a child is either delinquent or in need of supervision. If it alleges delinquency, it shall set forth in clear and simple language the alleged facts which constitute the delinquency, and shall also specify the laws allegedly violated by the child. If it alleges that the child is in need […]
(a) A child may be taken into custody under this subtitle by any of the following methods: (1) Pursuant to an order of the court; (2) By a law enforcement officer pursuant to the law of arrest; (3) By a law enforcement officer or other person authorized by the court if the officer or other person has reasonable grounds […]
(a) After an inquiry conducted in accordance with § 3–8A–10 of this subtitle, an intake officer may file with the court an application for an arrest warrant prepared by a law enforcement officer. (b) An application for an arrest warrant under this section shall be: (1) In writing; (2) Signed and sworn to by the law enforcement officer; and […]
(a) Only the court or an intake officer may authorize detention, community detention, or shelter care for a child who may be in need of supervision or delinquent. (b) If a child is taken into custody under this subtitle, the child may be placed in detention or community detention prior to a hearing if: (1) Such action is […]
(a) The official in charge of a jail or other facility for the detention of adult offenders or persons charged with crime shall inform the court or the intake officer immediately when a person, who is or appears to be under the age of 18 years, is received at the facility and shall deliver him to […]
(a) After a petition has been filed with the court under this subtitle, but before an adjudication, the court may order the child to undergo blood lead level testing. (b) A copy of the results of a test performed under subsection (a) of this section shall be provided to: (1) The child; (2) The child’s parent or guardian; (3) The […]
(a) After a petition or a citation has been filed with the court under this subtitle, the court may direct the Department of Juvenile Services or another qualified agency to make a study concerning the child, the child’s family, the child’s environment, and other matters relevant to the disposition of the case. (b) As part of a […]
(a) (1) At any time after a petition alleging that a child has committed a delinquent act is filed with the court under this subtitle, the court on its own motion, or on motion of the child’s counsel or the State’s Attorney, shall stay all proceedings and order that the Maryland Department of Health or any other […]
