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Introduced
02/01/2024
02/01/2024
In Committee
04/02/2024
04/02/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/08/2024
04/08/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requiring certain facts to be considered when determining whether a lack of consent exists for the purposes of certain sexual crimes; altering the elements of second-degree rape to remove the requirement of use of force or threat of force; and requiring the Maryland Judiciary to report certain information to the General Assembly by October 1, 2024, and each October 1 thereafter.
AI Summary
This bill aims to redefine the concept of consent in sexual crimes and remove the requirement of force or threat of force for second-degree rape. Specifically, it provides a clear definition of consent as the "clear and voluntary agreement" to engage in sexual activity, and outlines several factors to be considered in determining consent based on the totality of the circumstances. Additionally, the bill requires the Maryland Judiciary to report annual data on charges and convictions related to certain sexual crimes, disaggregated by various demographic factors. The reporting requirement will be in effect for 5 years and 7 months, after which it will automatically expire.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (19)
Ariana Kelly (D)*,
Malcolm Augustine (D),
Pamela Beidle (D),
Sarah Elfreth (D),
Brian Feldman (D),
William Folden (R),
Guy Guzzone (D),
Shelly Hettleman (D),
Mary-Dulany James (D),
Cheryl Kagan (D),
Nancy King (D),
Mike McKay (R),
Anthony Muse (D),
Johnny Salling (R),
Will Smith (D),
Charles Sydnor (D),
Jeff Waldstreicher (D),
Chris West (R),
Karen Young (D),
Last Action
Second Reading Passed with Amendments (on 04/04/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0758?ys=2024RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/bills/sb/sb0758t.pdf |
| Favorable with Amendments 963320/1 | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/amds/bil_0008/sb0758_96332001.pdf |
| Vote Image | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/votes_comm/sb0758_jpr.pdf |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/bills/sb/sb0758f.pdf |
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