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What is the difference between the Maryland Attorney General and Local States Attorneys?

April 26, 2017attorney attorneys difference local Maryland State

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What is the difference between the Maryland Attorney General and Local States Attorneys?

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The Attorney General is the legal counsel for the State of Maryland. In comparison, State’s Attorneys represent each county and Baltimore City and they are responsible for prosecuting crimes against persons and non-state entities. As such, this office provides legal advice and assistance to state agencies and investigates and prosecutes crimes against the state. In Maryland, State’s Attorneys are independently elected officials and do not come under the authority or supervision of the Attorney General. The decision to prosecute a criminal case or not, lies within the sound discretion of the State’s Attorney.