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MD SB533
Bill
AI Summary
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Investigating units must complete investigations of police misconduct complaints involving the public and forward findings to the administrative charging committee within 334 days of the complaint filing
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The entire review process from investigation through administrative charging committee disposition must be completed within 395 days after the appropriate law enforcement official became aware of the incident
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Administrative charging committees must review investigating unit findings and make a determination or request further investigation within 30 days of receipt
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Law enforcement agencies must file administrative charges for misconduct cases not requiring charging committee review within 1 year and 1 day after the appropriate official became aware of the incident
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When alleged misconduct is subject to a criminal investigation, administrative charges must be filed within 1 year and 1 day after either: the determination that the matter is not criminal, final disposition of criminal charges against the officer, or notice that prosecutors declined to file charges
Legislative Description
Public Safety - Police Accountability - Time Limit for Filing Administrative Charges
Law Enforcement
Last Action
Approved by the Governor - Chapter 493
5/13/2025