Maryland HB187 allows expungement of criminal records for certain misdemeanors and felonies if the case was terminated without a finding or disposed.

Maryland HB187 modifies the expungement process for criminal records. It allows individuals to petition for the expungement of records for specific misdemeanors and felonies if the case was either terminated without a finding or disposed of with a no finding designation. The bill outlines specific sections of law under which these offenses fall and sets conditions for eligibility, such as not being involved in a pending criminal proceeding. The changes take effect on October 1, 2026.

Maryland HB187 allows expungement of criminal records for certain misdemeanors and felonies if the case was terminated without a finding or disposed.

Maryland HB187 modifies the expungement process for criminal records. It allows individuals to petition for the expungement of records for specific misdemeanors and felonies if the case was either terminated without a finding or disposed of with a no finding designation. The bill outlines specific sections of law under which these offenses fall and sets conditions for eligibility, such as not being involved in a pending criminal proceeding. The changes take effect on October 1, 2026.