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Introduced
02/07/2020
02/07/2020
In Committee
03/16/2020
03/16/2020
Crossed Over
03/16/2020
03/16/2020
Passed
Dead
03/18/2020
03/18/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Altering certain circumstances under which an individual who has been convicted of a crime is not qualified for jury service; and repealing a provision specifying that an individual is not qualified for jury service if the individual has a certain charge pending for a certain crime.
AI Summary
This bill alters the circumstances under which an individual who has been convicted of a crime is disqualified from serving on a jury in Maryland. Specifically, it changes the law to disqualify only those individuals who have been convicted of a felony and are currently serving their sentence, including any term of probation. The bill also repeals the provision that disqualified individuals with certain charges pending. Overall, the bill aims to expand jury service eligibility by narrowing the disqualification criteria for individuals with criminal convictions.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred Judicial Proceedings (on 03/16/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB1213?ys=2020RS |
| BillText | http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2020RS/bills/hb/hb1213t.pdf |
| Vote Image | http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2020RS/votes_comm/hb1213_jud.pdf |
| BillText | http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2020RS/bills/hb/hb1213f.pdf |
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