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Introduced
02/09/2024
02/09/2024
In Committee
02/09/2024
02/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/08/2024
04/08/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Authorizing a person to petition for a protective order against another person who the petitioner alleges has engaged in controlling or coercive behavior toward the petitioner; and defining "coercive control" as a pattern of emotional or psychological manipulation, maltreatment, threat of force, or intimidation used to compel an individual to act, or refrain from acting, against the individual's will.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes a person to petition for a protective order against another person who the petitioner alleges has engaged in "coercive control," which is defined as a pattern of emotional or psychological manipulation, maltreatment, threat of force, or intimidation used to compel an individual to act or refrain from acting against their will. The bill adds "coercive control" to the definition of "abuse" for the purposes of protective orders. This allows individuals experiencing coercive control, a form of domestic abuse that does not necessarily involve physical violence, to seek legal protection. The bill will take effect on October 1, 2024.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
House Judiciary Hearing (13:00:00 2/29/2024 ) (on 02/29/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB1290?ys=2024RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/bills/hb/hb1290f.pdf |
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