A judge of the circuit court for a county, of the Court of Special Appeals, or of the Court of Appeals has the power to grant the writ of habeas corpus and exercise jurisdiction in all matters pertaining to habeas corpus.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Courts and Judicial Proceedings
Title 3 - Courts of General Jurisdiction -- Jurisdiction/special Causes of Action
Section 3-701 - Power to Grant Writ and Exercise Jurisdiction
Section 3-702 - Person Who May Apply for Writ
Section 3-703 - Discretion of Judge When Prior Writ Has Been Refused
Section 3-704 - Inquiry Into Legality of Detention and Release or Remand
Section 3-705 - Persons Discharged Not to Be Imprisoned for Same Offense
Section 3-706 - Discharge for Unconstitutionality of Law
Section 3-707 - Application for Leave to Appeal in Regard to Bail