About the State’s Attorney’s Office for Charles County
Mission
Our Mission
The mission of the State’s Attorney’s Office for Charles County is to protect the innocent, pursue justice and serve the community with fairness, integrity and professionalism.
The office is committed to:
Upholding victims’ rights
Holding individuals accountable under the law
Promoting public safety
Serving the residents of Charles County with professionalism and respect
About
About the Office
The State’s Attorney’s Office for Charles County represents the State of Maryland in criminal prosecutions occurring within Charles County.
The office handles criminal matters in both District Court and Circuit Court and works closely with law enforcement agencies, victims, witnesses and the court system throughout the criminal justice process.
After a crime has been charged, the State’s Attorney’s Office reviews the case and determines appropriate charges before proceeding through:
Bail review
Investigation
Grand jury proceedings
Trial
Sentencing
Divisions
SAO Divisions
The State’s Attorney’s Office for Charles County is organized into the following divisions:
Administrative Division
- Administrative Unit
- Digital Evidence Unit
- Grand Jury Unit
Circuit Court Division
- Circuit Court Unit
- Juvenile Unit
District Court Division
Victim Witness Assistance Division
