by admin | May 13, 2021 | Criminal Prodcedure, Maryland
(a) Within Ten Days of Verdict. On motion of the defendant filed within ten days after a verdict, the court, in the interest of justice, may order a new trial. Cross reference: For the effect of a motion under this section on the time for appeal see Rules 7-104(b) and...
by admin | May 13, 2021 | Criminal Prodcedure, Maryland
When all of the charges in a criminal case against a defendant are disposed of by acquittal, dismissal, probation before judgment, nolle prosequi, or stet, the court shall advise the defendant that the defendant may be entitled to expunge the records relating to the...
by admin | May 13, 2021 | Criminal Prodcedure, Maryland
The District Court or a circuit court sitting without a jury shall render a verdict upon the facts and the law. Although not required, the court may state the grounds for its decision either in open court or by written memorandum.Md. Crim. Causes. 4-328 This Rule is...
by admin | May 13, 2021 | Criminal Prodcedure, Maryland
(a) Return. The verdict of a jury shall be unanimous and shall be returned in open court.(b) Sealed Verdict. With the consent of all parties, the court may authorize the rendition of a sealed verdict during a temporary adjournment of court. A sealed verdict shall be...
by admin | May 13, 2021 | Criminal Prodcedure, Maryland
(a) Jurors’ Notes. The court may, and on request of any party shall, provide paper notepads for use by sworn jurors, including any alternates, during trial and deliberations. The court shall maintain control over the jurors’ notes during the trial and...
by admin | May 13, 2021 | Criminal Prodcedure, Maryland
(a) When Given. The court shall give instructions to the jury at the conclusion of all the evidence and before closing arguments and may supplement them at a later time when appropriate. In its discretion the court may also give opening and interim instructions.(b)...
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