Prince Frederick Man Held Without Bond After Violating Protective Order, Carrying Gun

Chicago Alexander Garner, 31, was arrested for violating a protective order and illegally possessing a loaded handgun.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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A 31-year-old Prince Frederick, Maryland man named Chicago Alexander Garner was arrested and is being held without bond after deputies say he violated an active protective order while carrying a loaded, unregistered handgun. Garner was subject to a protective order that prohibited him from being at a certain residence or contacting the protected individual, but deputies found him sitting outside the apartment in violation of the order. During a search, they located a loaded Sig Sauer P229 .40 caliber handgun in Garner's jacket pocket, which he was prohibited from possessing due to prior felony convictions.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in enforcing protective orders and preventing individuals with criminal histories from illegally possessing firearms, which can pose a serious threat to public safety. It also raises questions about the effectiveness of the criminal justice system in deterring repeat offenders and ensuring compliance with court orders.

The details

According to court documents, on March 1, 2026, deputies responded to an apartment on Alton Court for a reported violation of a protective order. They found Garner sitting on the stairs next to the apartment door, in violation of a protective order issued on February 27, 2026 that prohibited him from being at the residence or contacting the protected individual. During a search incident to the arrest, deputies located a loaded Sig Sauer P229 .40 caliber handgun in Garner's jacket pocket. The firearm was not registered, and Garner did not have a Maryland Handgun Permit, as he was prohibited from possessing firearms due to prior felony convictions for fourth-degree burglary in 2015 and conspiracy to commit robbery in 2021.

  • On February 27, 2026, an interim protective order was issued against Garner, valid through March 2, 2026.
  • On March 1, 2026, deputies responded to the apartment and arrested Garner for violating the protective order.
  • On March 2, 2026, Garner was initially held without bond.
  • On March 3, 2026, a bail review hearing was held, and Garner was ordered held without bond.
  • A hearing is set for April 1, 2026 in Calvert District Court.

The players

Chicago Alexander Garner

A 31-year-old Prince Frederick, Maryland resident who was arrested for violating a protective order and illegally possessing a loaded, unregistered handgun. Garner has prior felony convictions that prohibit him from possessing firearms.

Calvert County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that responded to the reported protective order violation and arrested Garner.

Judge Robyn Riddle

The judge who presided over Garner's bail review hearing and ordered him held without bond.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to violate protective orders and illegally possess firearms, as this poses a serious threat to public safety.”

— Robert Jenkins, Calvert County Resident (The Bay Net)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on April 1, 2026 whether or not to allow Chicago Alexander Garner to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement and the criminal justice system face in enforcing protective orders and preventing individuals with criminal histories from illegally possessing firearms, which can have serious implications for public safety. It underscores the need for stronger measures to ensure compliance with court orders and keep dangerous weapons out of the hands of those prohibited from having them.