$105M Lawsuit Settled: Charles County Administrator Ends Federal Case Against Commissioners
The Baynet
A $105 million lawsuit between Charles County Administrator Mark Belton and the Board of Commissioners has been settled.Summary
A $105 million federal lawsuit filed by Charles County Administrator Mark Belton against the Charles County Board of Commissioners and other defendants has been settled, according to court filings from March 30, 2026. The original lawsuit, filed on December 11, 2025, contained a 14-count complaint seeking substantial damages. Following the issuance of summons, settlement discussions began, and mediation was scheduled for February 27, 2026. Belton dismissed one claim – breach of contract – without prejudice on March 26, 2026, but the remaining claims were still active until the settlement was reached four days later. The specific terms of the settlement have not been publicly disclosed.
(Source：The Baynet)