Calvert County DUI Records

Calvert County DUI records are court documents maintained by the Circuit Court and District Court in Prince Frederick. You can search these records for free using the Maryland Judiciary Case Search, or you can visit the Clerk's Office in person to request copies. This page covers how to find Calvert County DUI records online, what information they contain, how to get copies, and what local programs exist for DUI offenders in Calvert County.

Search Calvert County DUI Records Online

The Maryland Judiciary Case Search at casesearch.courts.state.md.us is the primary way to find Calvert County DUI records online. The service is free and requires no account. Criminal records for Calvert County are available starting from April 10, 2000. Civil records go back to October 6, 1997. Cases before those dates are not online and require a visit to the Clerk's Office or a request to the Maryland State Archives.

To run a search, enter the name of the person you are looking for. You can search by last name only or use a partial name with a percent sign as a wildcard. Selecting Calvert County from the location filter focuses results on cases filed in this county. The search returns case numbers, charges, court type, hearing dates, and the current status or final disposition. DUI charges appear with the Transportation 21-902 statute citation. The database updates quickly, usually within 10 minutes of a clerk's entry.

The Case Search system gives summary data. It does not include the full file. If you need the police report, the sentencing document, or certified copies of charging documents from a Calvert County DUI case, those require a request at the courthouse. The Clerk of the Circuit Court page at mdcourts.gov/clerks/calvert has the most current contact information for the Calvert County Clerk's Office.

Calvert County Courts and DUI Filings

The Circuit Court for Calvert County is at 175 Main Street, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. The phone is 410-535-1600. The fax is 410-535-1610. Clerk Kathy Jones Pusey runs the office. You can reach the clerk by email at calvertclerk@mdcourts.gov. The Circuit Court handles felony-level DUI charges, appeals from District Court, and cases involving serious injury or death. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Most Calvert County DUI cases start and end in District Court. The District Court for Calvert County is at 200 Charles Street, Prince Frederick, MD 20646, phone 410-535-1600. A toll-free number is also available: 1-800-943-4910. District Court hours match the Circuit Court. First and second offense DUI misdemeanor charges are heard here, and many DWI cases are resolved at the District Court level in Calvert County.

The Calvert County Sheriff's Office handles records and law enforcement. Their address is 30 Church Street, Prince Frederick, MD 20678, phone 410-535-2800. The records unit is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. For DUI arrest reports or incident records from the Sheriff's Office, submit a Public Information Act request. Include the date, time, and location of the incident. Send it to the Sheriff's Office at 30 Church Street. Processing takes up to 30 days. More information on the Sheriff's Office is at calvertcounty.gov/sheriff.

The Maryland Judiciary Case Search portal at casesearch.courts.state.md.us covers all Calvert County DUI records in its statewide database.

Calvert County DUI records appear in the same Case Search system used across all 24 Maryland jurisdictions, with criminal records available from April 2000 forward.

Calvert County Drug Court and DUI Program

Calvert County operates an Adult Drug Court that serves DUI offenders along with drug-related cases. This treatment-based supervision program is an alternative to standard criminal prosecution. Participants go through structured supervision, treatment requirements, and regular court check-ins. Those who complete the program may get a better outcome on their case than they would through a standard trial or plea. The county holds an Adult Drug Court Graduation each year to recognize those who finish.

The Drug Court in Calvert County is not a way to avoid having a record. The case is still filed and shows up in Calvert County DUI records. The program affects how the case is resolved, not whether a record exists. Whether a case that goes through the Drug Court is eligible for expungement later depends on the disposition and the applicable state law rules under Criminal Procedure 10-105.

If you are looking for Calvert County DUI records related to a Drug Court case, those cases appear in the same Case Search database as any other DUI case. The charge code and disposition will reflect the program's involvement if the case was handled that way.

Copies of Calvert County DUI Court Records

To get copies at the Calvert County courthouse, visit the Clerk's Office at 175 Main Street in Prince Frederick. Fill out a Record Request Form at the counter. You need to show a valid government-issued photo ID. Know the full name of the defendant or the case number to help staff locate the file. Bring cash or a check made payable to Clerk of the Circuit Court. The office does not always accept credit cards, so confirm the payment options when you call ahead.

Copy fees for Calvert County court records are $5.00 for the first page and $0.50 for each page after that. Certified copies are $5.00 per certification in addition to the page fees. Mail requests are accepted at the same address. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope with your written request. For records requests by mail, describe the case clearly: names of parties, approximate filing date, case number if known, and the specific documents you want. A fee waiver is available for those who qualify. Use Form CC-DC-089 to apply.

Sheriff's Office records follow a different fee structure. Calvert County Sheriff charges $15 for the first 10 pages and $0.25 for each additional page. Those requests go to 30 Church Street, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.

What DUI Records Show in Calvert County

A Calvert County DUI record on Case Search shows the standard Maryland court data set. The personal section includes the defendant's name, date of birth, physical description, and address. The law enforcement section shows the arresting officer's name, ID number, and department. The charge section includes the statute. Under Transportation 21-902, a DUI (BAC .08 or higher) and a DWI (BAC .07) are treated as separate charges with different penalties. Both types show up in Calvert County DUI records.

The disposition tells you the outcome. Guilty verdicts, not guilty findings, probation before judgment, dismissals, stet, and nolle prosequi all appear. The case status shows whether the matter is still open or closed. Sentencing information, when available, shows the length of probation, any jail term, and fines. If the case involved a minor in the vehicle, that enhancing factor may appear in the charge description.

Note: Some records stop appearing publicly on Case Search after three years, particularly cases that ended in nolle prosequi, stet, or dismissal. If you can't find a case you know existed, it may have been removed from public display under state rules.

Maryland DUI Laws Applied in Calvert County

DUI cases in Calvert County are prosecuted under Transportation Article 21-902. DUI at .08 or above is the more serious charge. DWI at .07 is the lesser offense. The penalties increase with each conviction. A first DUI brings up to $1,000 in fines and up to one year in jail. A second DUI within five years has a mandatory minimum of five days. Three convictions can mean up to three years in prison. Both convictions and PBJ outcomes trigger the ignition interlock requirement under Noah's Law for alcohol-related DUI.

The MVA handles license suspensions in parallel with the criminal case. When a driver in Calvert County fails a breath test at .08 or higher, the officer takes the license and issues a 45-day paper license. On day 46, the license suspension starts unless the driver requested an MVA hearing within 10 days. That request must go to the MVA by certified mail with a $150 fee. Refusing the test brings a 270-day suspension for the first refusal and two years for a second. The full process is explained at mva.maryland.gov.

Expungement of Calvert County DUI records follows Criminal Procedure 10-105. Guilty verdicts cannot be expunged. Cases that were dismissed, not prosecuted, or resulted in a not-guilty finding are eligible. As of October 2024, a PBJ for alcohol-related DUI can be expunged after 15 years. File the petition at the Calvert County Clerk's Office with the $30 fee. Fee waivers apply to those who qualify. The People's Law Library at peoples-law.org has a plain-language guide on expungement eligibility in Maryland.

Nearby Counties

Calvert County sits between St. Mary's County to the south, Charles County to the west, and Anne Arundel County to the north. DUI cases are filed in the county where the stop happened.