Rule 207: Motions
Local Rules of the United States District Court for the District of Maryland — Criminal Rules
RULE 207. MOTIONS 1. Generally The provisions of L.R. 105 (except L.R. 105.2.c, 105.11, and 105.12) apply to criminal proceedings.
2. Sealing Any post-arrest motion seeking the sealing of filings other than charging documents shall include (a) proposed reasons supported by specific factual representations to justify the sealing and (b) an explanation why alternatives to sealing would not provide sufficient protection. The Court will rule on such motion after sufficient time has passed to permit the filing of objections. Materials that are the subject of the motion shall remain temporarily sealed pending a ruling by the Court. If the motion is denied, the party making the filing will be given an opportunity to withdraw or redact the materials.