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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
Authorizing a police officer who is denied a certain right to apply to the circuit court at any time before a hearing is held by the hearing board for an order that directs the law enforcement agency to show cause why the right should not be granted.
AI Summary
This bill, titled "Police Discipline - Order to Show Cause," amends Article - Public Safety, Section 3-113.1 of Maryland law to allow a police officer who believes a right granted by this subtitle has been denied to petition a circuit court for an "order to show cause" before a hearing board convenes. This order would compel the law enforcement agency to explain why the officer's rights should not be upheld. Specifically, if the officer works for a county or local agency, the petition would be filed in the circuit court of the county where that agency is located; for officers of a statewide or bicounty agency, the petition would be filed in the Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County. This new provision is set to take effect on October 1, 2026.
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/SB0202?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/sb/sb0202f.pdf |
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