MD HB604

Prohibits caregivers, family members, or household members from knowingly obtaining property of vulnerable adults or individuals aged 68+ with intent to deprive them of that property

Establishes tiered felony penalties based on property value: up to 5 years/$10,000 fine for $1,500-$25,000; up to 10 years/$15,000 fine for $25,000-$100,000; up to 20 years/$25,000 fine for $100,000+

Requires convicted defendants to restore stolen property or its value to the victim or victim's estate, with failure resulting in disqualification from inheriting from the victim

Authorizes State's Attorneys to petition courts to freeze assets of defendants charged under this section when alleged losses exceed $10,000

Takes effect October 1, 2025