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MD SB162
MD SB162Criminal Procedure - Motion to Reduce Duration of Sentence - Repeal of Sentencing Date Limitation
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Introduced
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
In Committee
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Repealing the sentencing date limitation of October 1, 2021, for an individual convicted as an adult of an offense committed when the individual was a minor to file a motion to reduce the duration of the sentence.
AI Summary
This bill repeals a limitation that previously prevented individuals convicted of offenses committed as minors from filing a motion to reduce their sentence if they were sentenced after October 1, 2021, allowing more individuals who have served at least 20 years of imprisonment to seek a reduction in their sentence duration, provided they meet certain criteria, including not being a sex offender or convicted of specific violent crimes, and it also allows individuals convicted of offenses committed when they were between 18 and 24 years old, who were not sentenced to life without parole and have served at least 20 years, to also file such a motion, with courts required to hold hearings where the individual can present evidence and victims can provide impact statements.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Judicial Proceedings Hearing (13:00:00 1/27/2026 ) (on 01/27/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0162?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/sb/sb0162f.pdf |
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