Civilian Review
Charles County Police Accountability Board
Charles County PAB
47/100
Summary
Charles County holds the distinction of being first in Maryland to fully operationalize the HB 670 framework: its ACC was first in the state to receive investigations, first to issue charges, and the Sheriff's Office (CCSO) was first to conduct trial boards under MPAA. Charles has no county police department — CCSO is the primary LE agency, joined by La Plata PD. The PAB holds quarterly meetings with CCSO and LPPD heads.
Independence Scorecard
47/100
Weak
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Executive 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); Charles County Resolution (2022)
- Citation
- Md. Pub. Safety § 3-102; Charles County Resolution (2022)
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Charles County Sheriff's Office (primary county LE agency) and La Plata Police Department