Civilian Review
Baltimore County Police Accountability Board
Baltimore County PAB
53/100
Summary
Baltimore County began the PAB establishment process in spring 2022; members were confirmed by the County Council on October 13, 2022. The 9-member board (7 council district + 2 at-large) is established under HB 670 and receives complaints against county law enforcement personnel. Annual reports have been published for 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Independence Scorecard
53/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 3 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | No |
| Compel testimony | No |
| Records access | Case-by-case |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Md. Code, Pub. Safety §§ 3-101 to 3-114 (HB 670, 2021); Baltimore County local ordinance (2022)
- Citation
- Md. Pub. Safety § 3-102; Baltimore County Code (2022)
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Baltimore County Police Department and other law enforcement agencies in Baltimore County (sheriff covered by state statute § 3-201)