Maryland HB876 repeals the limitation on sentencing date for motions to reduce sentence duration.

Maryland HB876 repeals the limitation on the sentencing date for motions to reduce the duration of a sentence. This bill allows individuals convicted as adults for offenses committed when they were minors to file such motions. The court must conduct a hearing, where the individual may present evidence. The victim or their representative must be notified, but the victim cannot be cross-examined when presenting a victim impact statement. The bill takes effect October 1, 2026.

Maryland HB876 repeals the limitation on sentencing date for motions to reduce sentence duration.

Maryland HB876 repeals the limitation on the sentencing date for motions to reduce the duration of a sentence. This bill allows individuals convicted as adults for offenses committed when they were minors to file such motions. The court must conduct a hearing, where the individual may present evidence. The victim or their representative must be notified, but the victim cannot be cross-examined when presenting a victim impact statement. The bill takes effect October 1, 2026.