Civilian Review
Prince George's County Police Accountability Board
Prince George's County PAB
55/100
Summary
Prince George's County implemented HB 670 via CB-021-2022, covering approximately 29 law enforcement agencies — including the County Police Department and the Office of the Sheriff — making it one of the broadest-scope PABs in the state. The 11-member board (6 appointed by the County Executive, 5 by the County Council) excludes active LEOs. First public session was November 14, 2022. The ACLU has called for the PAB to receive independent investigatory and subpoena powers; the county has not yet granted them.
Independence Scorecard
55/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Mixed (multi-branch) |
|---|---|
| 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); Prince George's County CB-021-2022
- Citation
- Md. Pub. Safety § 3-102; PG County CB-021-2022
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Prince George's County Police Department, Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff, and approximately 27 other law enforcement agencies in the county