MD SB330

Investigation records relating to police misconduct complaints must be removed from an officer's personnel record 3 years after an administrative charging committee determines not to charge the officer

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)

Investigation records include internal affairs investigatory records, hearing records, and disciplinary decision records

Records may still not be expunged or destroyed by law enforcement agencies, but must be removed from the individual officer's personnel file

Effective date: October 1, 2026