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MD SB573

Baltimore City - Ordinance Enforcement - Amount of Fines and Penalties


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Introduced
01/24/2025
In Committee
01/24/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/08/2025

Introduced Session

2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Increasing the maximum amount that Baltimore City is authorized to establish for civil and criminal fines and penalties for violating certain ordinances, rules, or regulations from $1,000 to $10,000.

AI Summary

This bill increases the maximum amount of civil and criminal fines that Baltimore City can impose for violations of its ordinances, rules, or regulations from $1,000 to $10,000. Specifically, the bill modifies the Charter of Baltimore City's Article II, which outlines the general powers of the Mayor and City Council. Under the current law, the city could impose fines up to $1,000 for ordinance violations, but this bill raises that limit to $10,000, giving the city more flexibility in establishing penalties. The bill also maintains the existing provision that no imprisonment related to these violations can exceed 12 months. The change will take effect on October 1, 2025, providing city officials ample time to prepare for the new fine structure. This modification could potentially serve as a stronger deterrent for ordinance violations and provide the city with increased enforcement capabilities.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Senate Judicial Proceedings Hearing (13:00:00 2/6/2025 ) (on 02/06/2025)

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