Md. Code, Local Government § 6–109

(a) In a municipal infraction proceeding:

(1) the District Court shall confirm that the defendant has received

a copy of and understands the charges;

(2) the defendant may enter a plea of guilty or not guilty;

(3) the District Court shall apply the evidentiary standards provided

by law or rule for the trial of a civil case;

(4) the defendant may:

(i) cross–examine witnesses;

(ii) produce evidence or witnesses on the defendant’s own

behalf;

(iii) testify; and

(iv) be represented by counsel of the defendant’s choice and at

the defendant’s expense; and

(5) the municipality has the burden to prove by clear and convincing

evidence that the defendant has committed the infraction.

(b) The District Court may:

(1) enter a verdict of guilty or not guilty; or

(2) before entering a verdict, place the defendant on probation.