MD HB985

Local governing bodies in Maryland counties may authorize a second administrative charging committee if they determine one committee is insufficient to serve countywide and local law enforcement agencies within the county

Current law requires each county to have one administrative charging committee composed of five civilians: the police accountability board chair (or designee), two members selected by the accountability board, and two members selected by the county executive

Administrative charging committees review police misconduct investigations, determine whether officers should be administratively charged, recommend discipline, review body camera footage, and issue written opinions

Effective date: October 1, 2025