Maryland SB914 strengthens penalties for causing serious injury or death to vulnerable individuals while operating a motor vehicle.

Maryland SB914 amends vehicle laws to enhance penalties for causing serious physical injury or death to vulnerable individuals, defined as pedestrians, animal riders, and those operating bicycles, farm equipment, play vehicles, motor scooters, animal-drawn vehicles, EPAMDs, or wheelchairs. Violators face fines up to $2,000 and may be required to participate in a motor vehicle safety course. The law takes effect October 1, 2026.

Maryland SB914 strengthens penalties for causing serious injury or death to vulnerable individuals while operating a motor vehicle.

Maryland SB914 amends vehicle laws to enhance penalties for causing serious physical injury or death to vulnerable individuals, defined as pedestrians, animal riders, and those operating bicycles, farm equipment, play vehicles, motor scooters, animal-drawn vehicles, EPAMDs, or wheelchairs. Violators face fines up to $2,000 and may be required to participate in a motor vehicle safety course. The law takes effect October 1, 2026.