Maryland SB908 restricts the use of restrictive housing for vulnerable populations in correctional facilities.

Maryland SB908 amends the state's correctional services laws to prohibit the placement of members of vulnerable populations in restrictive housing. This includes individuals under a certain age, those with disabilities, pregnant incarcerated individuals, and others. The bill mandates that restrictive housing units create the least restrictive environment necessary for safety and security. It also limits the duration of time an individual can be kept in restrictive housing and requires daily time outside the cell.

Maryland SB908 restricts the use of restrictive housing for vulnerable populations in correctional facilities.

Maryland SB908 amends the state's correctional services laws to prohibit the placement of members of vulnerable populations in restrictive housing. This includes individuals under a certain age, those with disabilities, pregnant incarcerated individuals, and others. The bill mandates that restrictive housing units create the least restrictive environment necessary for safety and security. It also limits the duration of time an individual can be kept in restrictive housing and requires daily time outside the cell.