Maryland SB436 allows courts to impose lighter sentences on minors convicted as adults and transfer them to juvenile court if the victim previously.

Maryland SB436 modifies sentencing rules for minors convicted as adults. Courts may impose sentences less than the minimum term required by law. If the victim previously committed a sex crime or human trafficking against the minor, the court may transfer the minor to juvenile court for sentencing. The juvenile court must then make a juvenile disposition. This Act takes effect October 1, 2026.

Maryland SB436 allows courts to impose lighter sentences on minors convicted as adults and transfer them to juvenile court if the victim previously.

Maryland SB436 modifies sentencing rules for minors convicted as adults. Courts may impose sentences less than the minimum term required by law. If the victim previously committed a sex crime or human trafficking against the minor, the court may transfer the minor to juvenile court for sentencing. The juvenile court must then make a juvenile disposition. This Act takes effect October 1, 2026.