Police Accountability Board

Overview

Through the Maryland Police Accountability Act of 2021 – Police Discipline and Law Enforcement Programs and Procedures, which was enacted by the Maryland General Assembly on April 10, 2021, the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is required to establish a Police Accountability Board (PAB) and an Administrative Charging Committee (ACC). 

Calvert County Government will seek public input on the creation of a Calvert County PAB. Calvert County Government is focused on attaining a balanced representation of diverse backgrounds and experiences to execute those powers and duties. 

Process

1. May 2021: Process begins.
   • Memorandum (May 13, 2021): Police Discipline and Law Enforcement Programs and Procedures (PDF)
   • Presentation (May 25, 2021): Local Requirements to Implement the Maryland Police Accountability Act of 2021 - Police Discipline and Law Enforcement Programs and Procedures (PDF)
2. August 2021: Staff will conduct public outreach and begin accepting public comments on the draft resolution.
   
   
   • Watch the Oct. 12, 2021, Town Hall Meeting on YouTube.
3. Fall 2021: Advertise for membership and determine PAB FY23 budget.
4. Winter 2022: Appoint membership.
5. Winter 2022: Conduct first PAB meeting.