Maniya Blackiston, 21, of Prince Frederick
Maniya Blackiston, 21, of Prince Frederick, has been charged with trespassing on private property and failing to obey a reasonable and lawful order following an incident in Mechanicsville on April 25, 2026, according to court records.
The charges stem from a response by a deputy with the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office to a 9-1-1 hang-up call at a residence on Overlook Court. According to charging documents, an adult female complainant told deputies that Blackiston “would not get out of [a] U-Haul trailer” that had been rented while she was assisting with moving belongings. The complainant reported that an argument occurred, and Blackiston refused to remove her items from the truck or exit the vehicle, preventing it from being returned.
Deputies stated they attempted to resolve the situation, but Blackiston “refused to cooperate and became increasingly agitated.” Authorities further reported that she began “screaming and throwing her items from the U-Haul” and ignored multiple commands to leave the vehicle and property. After several attempts to gain compliance, deputies took her into custody. She was transported to the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Detention and Rehabilitation Center, where she was formally charged.
Court records show Blackiston faces two charges: trespass on private property and failure to obey a lawful order. The case is listed as an on-view arrest and remains open in the District Court for St. Mary’s County.
Following her arrest, Blackiston appeared before a judicial officer later that same day. During the initial appearance, she was advised of her rights, including the right to an attorney. Records state that she “elected to waive an attorney at initial appearance,” and the waiver was determined to be made “knowingly and voluntarily.”
A judicial officer ordered that Blackiston be released on personal recognizance, meaning no bail was required, after determining that the conditions would reasonably ensure her return to court. As part of her release, she must not engage in any criminal activity and must appear for all scheduled court proceedings.
Court filings indicate that on April 26, 2026, Blackiston was found eligible for representation by the Public Defender’s Office, and an attorney entered an appearance on April 27, 2026. Additional filings on April 27 include a request for a speedy trial, a demand for discovery and inspection, and a designation of witnesses.
Blackiston acknowledged in court documents that she understood the charges, conditions of release, and the requirement to appear in court as directed. She was also advised that failure to appear could result in a warrant for her arrest and additional penalties.
