Maryland SB129 expands the definition of "victim of domestic violence" to include individuals who have had a sexual relationship within the past year.

Maryland SB129 amends the definition of "victim of domestic violence" to include individuals who have received deliberate, severe, and demonstrable physical injury from another individual with whom they have had a sexual relationship within the past year. This change applies to provisions relating to domestic violence programs and warrants. The bill also addresses warrantless arrests and victims, ensuring that police officers can act promptly when there is probable cause to believe that a person battered another with whom they have had a sexual relationship within the past year.

Maryland SB129 expands the definition of "victim of domestic violence" to include individuals who have had a sexual relationship within the past year.

Maryland SB129 amends the definition of "victim of domestic violence" to include individuals who have received deliberate, severe, and demonstrable physical injury from another individual with whom they have had a sexual relationship within the past year. This change applies to provisions relating to domestic violence programs and warrants. The bill also addresses warrantless arrests and victims, ensuring that police officers can act promptly when there is probable cause to believe that a person battered another with whom they have had a sexual relationship within the past year.