Maryland HB750 prohibits interference with religious facilities and defacement of religious property.

Maryland HB750 amends criminal law to prohibit defacing, damaging, or destroying property owned or used by religious entities, including places of worship, cemeteries, religious schools, and adjacent grounds. It also prohibits intentionally preventing individuals from entering or exiting religious facilities. Exemptions include speech, picketing in labor disputes, and actions by religious facility personnel, agents, or law enforcement. Violators face misdemeanor charges, with penalties including up to 90 days in jail, a $1,000 fine, or both.

Maryland HB750 prohibits interference with religious facilities and defacement of religious property.

Maryland HB750 amends criminal law to prohibit defacing, damaging, or destroying property owned or used by religious entities, including places of worship, cemeteries, religious schools, and adjacent grounds. It also prohibits intentionally preventing individuals from entering or exiting religious facilities. Exemptions include speech, picketing in labor disputes, and actions by religious facility personnel, agents, or law enforcement. Violators face misdemeanor charges, with penalties including up to 90 days in jail, a $1,000 fine, or both.