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Introduced
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
In Committee
04/06/2026
04/06/2026
Crossed Over
03/19/2026
03/19/2026
Passed
04/08/2026
04/08/2026
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Establishing that engaging in sexual contact with another without the consent of the other in connection with a first-, second-, or third- degree burglary constitutes sexual offense in the third degree; and altering the definitions of "tier I sex offender", "tier II sex offender", and "tier III sex offender" applicable to provisions relating to sex offender registration to include certain acts constituting sexual offense in the third degree.
AI Summary
This bill expands the definition of third-degree sexual offense to include instances where sexual contact occurs without consent during a first, second, or third-degree burglary, which are crimes involving unlawful entry into a building with intent to commit a crime. Additionally, the bill modifies the classifications of sex offenders, specifically "tier I," "tier II," and "tier III sex offender," to encompass individuals convicted of this newly defined third-degree sexual offense under certain circumstances, impacting their registration requirements.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Returned Passed (on 04/08/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0230?ys=2026RS |
| Vote Image | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/votes_comm/sb0230_jud.pdf |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/sb/sb0230t.pdf |
| Vote Image | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/votes_comm/sb0230_jpr.pdf |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/sb/sb0230f.pdf |
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