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MD SB679Criminal Procedure - Motion to Reduce Duration of Sentence - Eligibility (Vincent Anthony Fisher III Act)
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Introduced
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Altering the eligibility criteria for the filing of a certain motion to reduce the duration of a sentence.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the Vincent Anthony Fisher III Act, modifies the eligibility requirements for individuals seeking to reduce the length of their prison sentences. It expands the types of offenses for which a person can file a motion to reduce their sentence, specifically including those convicted of certain violent crimes committed when they were between 18 and 25 years old, provided they are not sex offenders and were not sentenced to life without parole. The bill outlines a process for filing and hearing these motions, requiring courts to consider various factors related to the individual's rehabilitation, the nature of the offense, and victim impact statements before deciding whether to grant a sentence reduction, with limitations on how frequently a person can file subsequent motions.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Judicial Proceedings Hearing (13:00:00 3/10/2026 ) (on 03/10/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0679?ys=2026RS |
| Vote Image | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/votes_comm/sb0679_jpr.pdf |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/sb/sb0679f.pdf |
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