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MD HB1363

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

LaToya Nkongolo

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a domestic violence offender registry requiring individuals convicted of at least two domestically related crimes to register with their supervising authority within 7 days of the second conviction

  • Registration terms vary based on prior convictions: 2 years for one prior conviction, 5 years for two prior convictions, and 10 years for three or more prior convictions

  • Registration statements must include the offender's full name, crime description, conviction date and jurisdiction, physical description, driver's license or ID copy, and signature

  • Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services must post an online registry with offender names, dates of birth, conviction information, and digital images, while excluding Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, and victim-identifying details

  • Penalties for registration violations include civil fines up to $250 for first offense, up to $500 for second offense, and up to 90 days imprisonment and/or $1,000 fine for third or subsequent offenses

Legislative Description

Criminal Procedure - Domestic Violence Offenders - Registration

Rules and Regulations

Last Action

Hearing 3/12 at 1:30 p.m.

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/13/2026

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