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Introduced
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
In Committee
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Prohibiting a District Court commissioner from issuing an arrest warrant to an individual other than a police officer or a State's Attorney; and increasing the penalty for making a certain false statement or report to a certain governmental official or unit from 6 months to up to 3 years imprisonment.
AI Summary
This bill modifies existing Maryland law by restricting who can obtain an arrest warrant from a District Court commissioner, a judicial official who reviews applications to determine if there's enough evidence to proceed with a criminal charge. Specifically, it amends the law to state that a commissioner can only issue an arrest warrant if the person applying for it is a police officer or a State's Attorney, which is a prosecutor representing the state. Additionally, the bill increases the penalty for knowingly making a false statement or report to a government official or agency about a crime or a dangerous public safety or health condition, raising the maximum imprisonment from 6 months to 3 years.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (14)
Jackie Addison (D)*,
Gabriel Acevero (D),
Marlon Amprey (D),
Regina Boyce (D),
Frank Conaway (D),
Kevin Hornberger (R),
Robbyn Lewis (D),
Jeff Long (D),
Cheryl Pasteur (D),
Scott Phillips (D),
Kent Roberson (D),
Malcolm Ruff (D),
Sean Stinnett (D),
Caylin Young (D),
Last Action
House Judiciary Hearing (13:00:00 2/3/2026 ) (on 02/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0336?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0336f.pdf |
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