Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 3 - Criminal Jurisdiction
Section 4-304 - Preliminary Hearings

The District Court has jurisdiction to conduct a preliminary hearing in a felony case to determine if the defendant should be held for action of the grand jury or if charged by information, for trial in the appropriate court.

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Structure Maryland Statutes

Maryland Statutes

Courts and Judicial Proceedings

Title 4 - District Court -- Jurisdiction

Subtitle 3 - Criminal Jurisdiction

Section 4-301 - Exclusive Original Jurisdiction

Section 4-302 - Exceptions

Section 4-303 - Jurisdiction Over Persons Triable in Juvenile Court Despite Age Limit Contained in 4-301

Section 4-304 - Preliminary Hearings