The task of the Animal Matters Hearing Board is to hear and decide, upon receipt of a written complaint, whether or not any dog or facility regulated by the Charles County Animal Regulations constitutes a public nuisance. Governing Legislation: Bill #2011-07.

• Complaint Form AMHB 2021
• Frequently Asked Questions Booklet
• Animal Matters Hearing Board Rules of Practice and Procedure

Contact Name: County Attorney's Office
Phone: 301-645-0555

The Animal Matters Hearing Board will be meeting IN-PERSON with strict social distancing protocols in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Board Members

• Matthew Cook, Chairman
• Christi Montgomery, Vice Chairman
• Kay Risk
• Christine Gonzales
• William Johnson
• Cynthia Sharpley
• Jared Cooney
• Tia Sanders-Smith
• James Sherman 
• Danielle Mitchell, Attorney
• Linda Price, Clerk
• Ashley Pickeral, Staff Support