Article 21. Right of accused; indictment; counsel; witnesses; speedy trial; jury
West's Annotated Code of MarylandConstitution of Maryland Adopted by Convention of 1867
MD Constitution, Declaration of Rights, Art. 21
Article 21. Right of accused; indictment; counsel; witnesses; speedy trial; jury
That in all criminal prosecutions, every man hath a right to be informed of the accusation against him; to have a copy of the Indictment, or charge, in due time (if required) to prepare for his defence; to be allowed counsel; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have process for his witnesses; to examine the witnesses for and against him on oath; and to a speedy trial by an impartial jury, without whose unanimous consent he ought not to be found guilty.
MD Constitution, Declaration of Rights, Art. 21, MD CONST DECL OF RIGHTS, Art. 21
Current through legislation effective through April 9, 2023, from the 2024 Regular Session of the General Assembly. Some statute sections may be more current, see credits for details.
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