Maryland SB290 limits fines and penalties for ordinance enforcement in Baltimore City to $5,000 and no imprisonment longer than six months.
Maryland SB290 amends the Charter of Baltimore City to limit the maximum fine for ordinance enforcement to $5,000 and restricts imprisonment to a maximum of six months. The bill also grants the Baltimore City Council full authority to enforce ordinances, rules, and regulations, subject to the Maryland Constitution and state laws. This change takes effect on October 1, 2026.
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