Bill > SB349

This bill modifies the penalties for attempting to elude a police officer in Maryland when that attempt results in the death of another person. Specifically, it changes the law so that a first offense of eluding police that leads to a death will be punishable by imprisonment for up to 5 years or a fine of up to $5,000, or both. For a second or subsequent offense of this nature, the penalty increases to imprisonment for up to 10 years or a fine of up to $5,000, or both. The term "elude" refers to a driver willfully failing to stop their vehicle, fleeing on foot, or using any other means to evade a police officer who has given a visual or audible signal to stop. This change aims to increase the severity of penalties for actions that have fatal consequences.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0349?ys=2026RS