Maryland SB66 increases penalties for manslaughter by vehicle or vessel, known as Jamari's Law.

Maryland SB66, also known as Jamari's Law, increases the maximum periods of imprisonment for individuals convicted of manslaughter by vehicle or vessel. The bill defines "vehicle" broadly to include motor vehicles, streetcars, locomotives, engines, and trains. It prohibits causing the death of another through grossly negligent driving, operating, or controlling a vehicle or vessel, classifying such violations as felony manslaughter. The bill also specifies that convictions for similar crimes committed in other jurisdictions are considered violations under this law.

Maryland SB66 increases penalties for manslaughter by vehicle or vessel, known as Jamari's Law.

Maryland SB66, also known as Jamari's Law, increases the maximum periods of imprisonment for individuals convicted of manslaughter by vehicle or vessel. The bill defines "vehicle" broadly to include motor vehicles, streetcars, locomotives, engines, and trains. It prohibits causing the death of another through grossly negligent driving, operating, or controlling a vehicle or vessel, classifying such violations as felony manslaughter. The bill also specifies that convictions for similar crimes committed in other jurisdictions are considered violations under this law.