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MD SB252
Reckless and Negligent Driving - Penalties (Sherry's and Christian's Law)
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Introduced
01/25/2023
01/25/2023
In Committee
03/20/2023
03/20/2023
Crossed Over
03/17/2023
03/17/2023
Passed
Dead
04/10/2023
04/10/2023
Introduced Session
2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT concerning Reckless and Negligent Driving - Death of Another - Must-Appear Violation Penalties (Sherry’s and Christian’s Law) FOR the purpose of providing that a person charged with reckless or negligent driving that contributes to an accident that results in the death of another person must appear in court and may not prepay the fine; altering the penalty for reckless driving; and generally relating to reckless and negligent driving. BY repealing and reenacting, with amendments, Article - Transportation Section 21-901.1 Annotated Code of Maryland (2020 Replacement Volume and 2022 Supplement)
AI Summary
This bill, known as "Sherry's and Christian's Law," makes several changes to the penalties for reckless and negligent driving in Maryland. Specifically, it requires a person charged with negligent driving that contributes to an accident resulting in someone's death to appear in court and prohibits them from prepaying the fine. Additionally, the bill increases the potential penalty for reckless driving to include up to 5 days of imprisonment, a fine of up to $1,000, or both. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2023.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
House Judiciary Hearing (13:00:00 3/29/2023 ) (on 03/29/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0252?ys=2023RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2023RS/bills/sb/sb0252t.pdf |
| Favorable with Amendments 403826/1 Adopted | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2023RS/amds/bil_0002/sb0252_40382601.pdf |
| Vote Image | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2023RS/votes_comm/sb0252_jpr.pdf |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2023RS/bills/sb/sb0252f.pdf |
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