Bill > HB759

This bill removes a previous restriction that limited individuals convicted as adults for crimes committed as minors to filing a motion to reduce their sentence only if they were sentenced before October 1, 2021. Now, individuals convicted as adults for offenses committed when they were minors, who have served at least 20 years, can file a motion to reduce their sentence duration without this past sentencing date limitation. The bill also applies to individuals convicted of offenses committed between the ages of 18 and 24, provided they were not sentenced to life without parole, are not registered sex offenders, have served at least 20 years, and were not convicted of murder involving a first responder killed in the line of duty. The bill outlines the process for filing and hearing such motions, including the rights of the individual, the State, and victims to present evidence and statements.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0759?ys=2026RS