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MD SB330
MD SB330Public Safety - Police Accountability - Investigation Records Relating to Not Administratively Charged, Unfounded, and Exonerated Complaints
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Introduced
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
In Committee
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requiring that certain investigation records relating to a complaint of misconduct by a police officer be removed from the police officer's personnel record 3 years after an administrative charging committee issues a determination not to administratively charge the police officer in connection with the complaint or a trial board issues a finding of unfounded or exonerated in connection with the complaint.
AI Summary
This bill requires that certain investigation records concerning complaints of police misconduct be removed from an officer's personnel file after three years, specifically when an administrative charging committee decides not to formally accuse the officer of misconduct (meaning they are "not administratively charged"), or when a trial board determines the allegations were "unfounded" (meaning not supported by fact) or the officer was "exonerated" (meaning they acted in accordance with the law and policy). This change aims to balance accountability with the need for officers to move forward after complaints are resolved in their favor, and it will take effect on October 1, 2026.
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/SB0330?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/sb/sb0330f.pdf |
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