Maryland Senate Bill 323: Juvenile Court - Jurisdiction, Detention, and Confinement (Youth Charging Reform Act)

Maryland · 2026 Regular Session

What it does

Altering the jurisdiction of the juvenile court by repealing provisions specifying that the juvenile court does not have jurisdiction over a child alleged to have committed any crime punishable by life imprisonment; requiring an intake officer to authorize detention for a child that is at least 16 years old and is accused of certain crimes; altering and establishing certain provisions relating to the detention, confinement, and transportation of certain children; etc.

Latest action

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 609 (2026-05-26)

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