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Bill > HB749
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Introduced
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
In Committee
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requiring the prosecuting attorney of thefts of property or services with a value less than $1,500 to notify the victim or the victim's representative about each court proceeding, the right of the victim to submit a victim impact statement, any posttrial court proceedings, any appeal, and any sentence review related to the case.
AI Summary
This bill requires prosecuting attorneys to notify victims or their representatives about court proceedings, their right to submit a victim impact statement, and any post-trial court proceedings, appeals, or sentence reviews related to cases involving theft of property or services valued at less than $1,500. A victim is defined as someone who suffers harm as a direct result of a crime, and a victim's representative can be a family member or guardian if the victim is a minor, deceased, or disabled. The bill also outlines procedures for victims to request these notifications, including through a notification request form or the MDEC (Maryland Electronic Courts) system, and allows for the confidentiality of their contact information.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Judiciary Hearing (13:00:00 2/17/2026 ) (on 02/17/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0749?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0749f.pdf |
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