Maryland Code, Local Government § 6-109

(1) the District Court shall confirm that the defendant has received a copy of and understands the charges;

(2) the defendant may enter a plea of guilty or not guilty;

(3) the District Court shall apply the evidentiary standards provided by law or rule for the trial of a civil case;

(4) the defendant may:

(5) the municipality has the burden to prove by clear and convincing evidence that the defendant has committed the infraction.

(1) enter a verdict of guilty or not guilty; or

(2) before entering a verdict, place the defendant on probation.