Bill > SB590

This bill modifies Maryland's traffic laws by updating definitions and penalties related to reckless, negligent, and aggressive driving. Specifically, the bill expands the definition of reckless driving to include driving at least 30 miles per hour above the posted speed limit, in addition to existing definitions involving wanton disregard for safety. For reckless driving, the potential penalties remain imprisonment up to 60 days, a fine up to $1,000, or both. The bill also modifies the definition of aggressive driving by changing the number of simultaneous traffic violations required from two to three, and expands the list of specific traffic offenses that can contribute to an aggressive driving charge, such as failing to obey traffic control devices, improper passing, and various right-of-way violations. Aggressive driving remains punishable by a fine up to $1,000. Additionally, the bill makes technical changes to renumber and reorganize certain sections of the transportation code. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2025, and are named the Sergeant Patrick Kepp Act, likely in honor of a specific individual connected to traffic safety.

Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0590?ys=2025RS