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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Increasing from $1,000 to $5,000 the maximum amount that Baltimore City is authorized to establish for civil and criminal fines and penalties for violating certain ordinances, rules, or regulations.
AI Summary
This bill, which will take effect on October 1, 2026, increases the maximum amount that Baltimore City can impose for civil and criminal fines and penalties for violating its ordinances, rules, or regulations from $1,000 to $5,000, while keeping the maximum imprisonment period at 12 months. This change allows the city more flexibility in setting penalties for infractions of its local laws, which are established under the powers granted to the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore by the state.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Judicial Proceedings Hearing (13:00:00 2/5/2026 ) (on 02/05/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0290?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/sb/sb0290f.pdf |
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