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This bill increases the number of resident judges for the Circuit Court in St. Mary's County from 3 to 4 judges, which is part of a broader Maryland law that specifies the number of resident judges for each county in the first seven judicial circuits. The change would take effect on October 1, 2025, and is aimed at potentially addressing judicial workload or capacity needs in St. Mary's County. By adding one additional judge to the Circuit Court, the bill suggests that the county may require more judicial resources to effectively manage its legal caseload. The modification is specific to St. Mary's County and does not affect the number of judges in other counties, though the bill is part of a comprehensive statutory section that outlines judicial appointments across multiple jurisdictions in Maryland.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0125?ys=2025RS