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MD HB688

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

3/18/2026

Primary Sponsor

Karen Simpson

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Reclassifies the offense of illegally intercepting, disclosing, or using wire, oral, or electronic communications from a felony to a misdemeanor
  • Maximum penalties remain unchanged: up to 5 years imprisonment and/or a fine of up to $10,000
  • Amends Section 10-402(b) of the Courts and Judicial Proceedings Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland
  • Takes effect October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Intercepted Communications - Penalty

Disclosure

Last Action

Referred Judicial Proceedings

3/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Judicial Proceedings3/19/2026
Judiciary2/2/2026

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