District Court

The District Court handles misdemeanor offenses, such as DUIs, other traffic citations, trespassing, theft, and minor offenses involving possession of a controlled dangerous substance. More serious cases are referred to the Circuit Court.

The State's Attorneys Office at the District Court

All District Court cases are argued before a judge. If the defendant chooses to exercise his or her right to a jury trial, the case will be forwarded to the Circuit Court. 

The District Court of Anne Arundel County consists of two courthouses located in Annapolis and Glen Burnie.

Anne Arundel County District Courts

District Court Annapolis

251 Rowe Blvd.
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 260-1370

District Court Schedule
District Court Glen Burnie
District Court Glen Burnie

7500 Governor Ritchie Hwy.
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 260-1800

District Court Schedule