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MD SB389
MD SB389Criminal Procedure - Incarcerated Seniors - Motion to Reduce the Duration of a Sentence
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Introduced
01/18/2024
01/18/2024
In Committee
01/18/2024
01/18/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/08/2024
04/08/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Authorizing an individual who is at least 60 years old and has been imprisoned for at least 20 years to file a motion to reduce the duration of the individual's sentence; requiring the court to conduct a hearing on a motion to reduce the duration of a sentence, unless the court has held a hearing on a similar motion in the preceding 5 years; and requiring a court to consider certain factors in determining whether to grant a motion to reduce the duration of a sentence and to issue its decision in writing or on the record in open court.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes incarcerated individuals who are at least 60 years old and have been imprisoned for at least 20 years to file a motion to reduce the duration of their sentence. The court must hold a hearing on the motion, unless a similar hearing has been held within the previous 5 years. The court will consider various factors, such as the individual's age, offense history, rehabilitation, and risk to public safety, in determining whether to grant the motion and reduce the sentence. The bill requires the court to issue its decision in writing or on the record in open court.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Senate Judicial Proceedings Hearing (13:00:00 2/2/2024 ) (on 02/02/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0389?ys=2024RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/bills/sb/sb0389f.pdf |
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