Maryland HB1394 requires restitution for children whose parents die from negligent driving while impaired.

Maryland HB1394 mandates that individuals convicted of causing the death of a parent or guardian while driving or operating a motor vehicle or vessel under the influence must pay restitution to the child. The court determines the amount based on the child's financial needs and resources, standard of living, and related child care expenses. If the convicted individual is incarcerated, restitution payments begin within a year of their release. The full restitution amount is divided into periodic payments until the child graduates from secondary school or reaches the age of majority.

Maryland HB1394 requires restitution for children whose parents die from negligent driving while impaired.

Maryland HB1394 mandates that individuals convicted of causing the death of a parent or guardian while driving or operating a motor vehicle or vessel under the influence must pay restitution to the child. The court determines the amount based on the child's financial needs and resources, standard of living, and related child care expenses. If the convicted individual is incarcerated, restitution payments begin within a year of their release. The full restitution amount is divided into periodic payments until the child graduates from secondary school or reaches the age of majority.