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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
Prohibiting the theft of mail or packages; requiring the prosecutor of a violation of the Act 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 proceeding, any appeal, and any sentence review related to the court proceedings; and providing that a person who violates the Act by depriving an owner of mail or a package is guilty of a felony and is subject to imprisonment of up to 5 years.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a new felony offense for the theft of mail or packages, defining "mail or package" as any item delivered or collected by the U.S. Postal Service or a delivery service company, and making it a felony punishable by up to five years in prison to knowingly and without permission take control of such an item with the intent to deprive the owner of it. Additionally, the bill significantly enhances victim notification procedures in criminal cases, requiring prosecutors to inform victims or their representatives about court proceedings, their right to submit victim impact statements, and any post-trial court proceedings, appeals, or sentence reviews, with specific provisions for how victims can request and receive this information, including through electronic systems like MDEC (Maryland Electronic Courts).
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/HB0757?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0757f.pdf |
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