MD HB744

Driving 30+ mph over the posted speed limit now automatically qualifies as reckless driving and carries 6 points on a driver's license

Reckless driving penalties increased to include up to 60 days imprisonment and/or a fine up to $1,000; negligent driving carries a fine up to $750

Aggressive driving threshold lowered from committing 3 or more qualifying offenses to just 2 offenses during a single period of driving

List of offenses that can contribute to aggressive driving charges expanded from 7 to 19, adding violations including failing to stop for pedestrians in crosswalks, passing stopped school buses, running stop/yield signs, and unsafe bicycle/motorcycle passing

Effective October 1, 2025