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MD HB824
MD HB824Criminal Procedure - Expungement - Conviction of Distribution of Controlled Dangerous Substance
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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
Altering a certain list of felony convictions that are eligible for expungement to include distributing or dispensing a controlled dangerous substance.
AI Summary
This bill, effective October 1, 2026, amends Maryland law to expand the types of felony convictions eligible for expungement, which is the process of clearing criminal records. Specifically, it allows individuals convicted of distributing or dispensing a controlled dangerous substance, a felony offense defined under Section 5-602(a) of the Criminal Law Article, to petition for the removal of these records, whereas previously, only certain other specific felony violations were listed as eligible for expungement.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
House Judiciary Hearing (13:00:00 3/3/2026 ) (on 03/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0824?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0824f.pdf |
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