Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' Association (MCDAA)

The Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' Association (MCDAA) was formed to promote the study and research of criminal defense law, advance the knowledge of the law, promote the fair administration of criminal justice, maintain the independence of criminal defense attorneys, and to provide a forum for the administration of criminal justice. 

The MCDAA is a professional organization for criminal defense lawyers in the State of Maryland whose top concern is the protection of individual rights and the improvement of criminal law and its practice and procedures. The MCDAA consists of practicing attorneys and associated professionals in the public and private practice throughout the state. The MCDAA is an affiliate organization of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL). 

Members in the MCDAA get access to membership resources such as seminars, CLEs, and networking events. Members also get to use the association's platform to speak on legislation regarding criminal defense and its practice.