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MD SB162
Bill
AI Summary
- Removes the requirement that individuals convicted as adults for offenses committed as minors must have been sentenced before October 1, 2021 to file a motion for sentence reduction
- Expands eligibility for sentence reduction motions to all individuals who committed offenses as minors, were convicted as adults, and have served at least 20 years, regardless of when they were sentenced
- Maintains existing eligibility criteria for individuals who committed offenses between ages 18-24, including the 20-year minimum imprisonment requirement and exclusions for sex offenders and those convicted of murdering first responders
- Takes effect October 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Criminal Procedure - Motion to Reduce Duration of Sentence - Repeal of Sentencing Date Limitation
Penalties and Sentences
Last Action
Returned Passed
4/8/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary3/20/2026
Judicial Proceedings1/14/2026
Full Bill Text
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