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MD HB508
Bill
Status
1/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Hornberger
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AI Summary
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Investigation records relating to police misconduct complaints must be removed from an officer's personnel record 3 years after an administrative charging committee decides not to charge the officer
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Records must also be removed 3 years after a trial board issues a finding of "unfounded" (allegations not supported by fact) or "exonerated" (officer acted in accordance with law and policy)
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Investigation records include internal affairs investigatory records, hearing records, and records relating to disciplinary decisions
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Records may still not be expunged or destroyed by law enforcement agencies, only removed from personnel files
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Effective date: October 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Public Safety - Police Accountability - Investigation Records Relating to Not Administratively Charged, Unfounded, and Exonerated Complaints
Records
Last Action
Hearing 2/24 at 1:00 p.m.
1/29/2026