Maryland HB793 updates procedures for notifying victims and their representatives in theft cases.

Maryland HB793 revises the process for notifying victims and their representatives in theft cases. It mandates that prosecuting attorneys inform victims or their representatives of their right to request restitution and provide them with a notification request form. The bill also requires the prosecuting attorney to certify compliance with these notifications. For theft cases involving property or services valued under $100, the bill specifies misdemeanor penalties, including potential imprisonment and fines, and mandates restitution.

Maryland HB793 updates procedures for notifying victims and their representatives in theft cases.

Maryland HB793 revises the process for notifying victims and their representatives in theft cases. It mandates that prosecuting attorneys inform victims or their representatives of their right to request restitution and provide them with a notification request form. The bill also requires the prosecuting attorney to certify compliance with these notifications. For theft cases involving property or services valued under $100, the bill specifies misdemeanor penalties, including potential imprisonment and fines, and mandates restitution.