Baltimore County District Court Guide (Towson – Bosley Ave)

Everything you need to know before appearing at Baltimore County District Court in Towson.

Table of Contents

• Court Address
• Parking
• Security
• Courtroom Flow
• What to Bring
• What Judges Expect
• Outcomes in Traffic Cases
• How Attorney Ostroff Prepares Clients
• Tips for a Better Experience
• Contact Information

1. Court Address

Baltimore County District Court – Towson
120 E Chesapeake Ave
Towson, MD 21286

2. Parking

Parking is available at:

• County-owned garages
• On-street metered parking
• Private garages near Bosley Ave

3. Security

Expect metal detectors and standard courthouse screening. Arrive 15–20 minutes early to avoid delays.

4. Courtroom Flow

Most traffic cases follow this sequence:

• Check in with the clerk upon arrival
• Wait for your case to be called
• The State’s Attorney will call names in groups
• The Judge reviews each case individually
• Sentencing or outcomes are given immediately

5. What to Bring

• Your ticket/citation
• Driver’s license
• MVA driving record
• Mitigation documents
• Defensive driving or other course certificates

6. What Judges Expect

Judges look for:

• Respectful behavior
• Preparation
• Completed mitigation steps
• Honesty and clarity when answering questions

7. Outcomes in Traffic Cases

Common outcomes in Towson District Court include:

• PBJ (Probation Before Judgment)
• Reduction to negligent driving
• Fine only (no points)
• Dismissal (less common)
• License suspension (rare but possible in severe cases)

8. How Attorney Ostroff Prepares Clients

Attorney Ben Ostroff ensures that:

• All paperwork is reviewed and complete
• Driving record is analyzed for strategy
• Mitigation steps are completed before court
• Arguments are tailored based on the judge handling your case

9. Tips for a Better Court Experience

• Arrive early and allow time for parking & security
• Dress neatly and professionally
• Speak clearly and respectfully
• Do not interrupt the Judge or other parties
• Follow instructions from courtroom staff

10. Contact Information

If you have an upcoming Towson courthouse date, call:

443-629-7278

Attorney Bennett “Ben” Ostroff — Maryland Traffic Ticket Lawyer