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MD SB26Criminal Law - Manslaughter by Vehicle or Vessel - Increased Penalties (Jamari's Law)
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Introduced
01/10/2024
01/10/2024
In Committee
02/23/2024
02/23/2024
Crossed Over
02/22/2024
02/22/2024
Passed
Dead
04/08/2024
04/08/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Increasing the maximum period of imprisonment for a first conviction for manslaughter by vehicle or vessel from 10 years to 20 years and for a second or subsequent conviction, or having been previously convicted for certain other crimes, from 15 years to 30 years.
AI Summary
This bill, known as "Jamari's Law," increases the maximum period of imprisonment for a first conviction of manslaughter by vehicle or vessel from 10 years to 20 years, and for a second or subsequent conviction, or having been previously convicted of certain other related crimes, from 15 years to 30 years. The bill amends the existing law to reflect these increased penalties, which aim to enhance the consequences for individuals who cause a death through grossly negligent operation of a vehicle or vessel.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred Judiciary (on 02/23/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0026?ys=2024RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/bills/sb/sb0026t.pdf |
| Vote Image | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/votes_comm/sb0026_jpr.pdf |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/bills/sb/sb0026f.pdf |
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