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. August 2021: Staff will conduct public outreach and begin accepting public comments on the draft resolution.
2. September 2021: Advertise for membership and determine PAB FY23 budget.
3. October 2021: Appoint membership.
4. November 2021: Conduct first PAB meeting. 

Public Comment and Input - First Round

View the DRAFT Police Accountability Board Resolution (PDF)

Citizens are invited to submit comments or questions concerning the PAB in one of the following ways:

• Submit comments or questions online 
• Send by U.S. Mail to the attention of John Norris, County Attorney, 175 Main St., Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Additional Information

• (August 10, 2021) Correspondence to community leaders (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)
• Memorandum (May 13, 2021): Police Discipline and Law Enforcement Programs and Procedures (PDF)