Maryland HB475 prohibits the Department of Juvenile Services from hiring individuals convicted of certain crimes.
Maryland HB475 amends the Human Services Article to prohibit the Department of Juvenile Services from hiring or retaining individuals convicted of specific crimes, including kidnapping, manslaughter, murder, rape, and sexual offenses. The bill aims to ensure that the department only employs individuals who have not been convicted of these serious offenses, thereby protecting juvenile offenders. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2026.
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