MD SB988

Prohibits stopping, detaining, or arresting individuals for civil-only offenses while they are in a judicial facility or traveling within 1 mile of one to attend an official proceeding

Defines "judicial facility" broadly to include courthouses, administrative hearing facilities, and areas within 1,000 feet of such locations, including parking lots, pathways, and grounds

Exemptions apply for suspected criminal offenses, valid warrants, contempt of court, and actions otherwise authorized under state law

Evidence obtained in violation of this prohibition is inadmissible in any state court or state/local entity proceeding against the individual

Individuals stopped in violation may sue for damages, injunctive relief, and attorney's fees; the Attorney General may also bring civil actions to enjoin violations