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Neutral Bill Mar 16, 2026

Criminal Law - Self-Defense - Prior Acts by Victim

Authorizing a person charged with murder or manslaughter in any degree or a crime under Title 3, Subtitle 2 of the Criminal Law Article to assert the defense that the person acted in self-defense and need not prove that the person believed danger was imminent or immediate if the victim had previously committed a certain act against the person.

https://legiscan.com/MD/bill/HB1406/2026
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Stephanie Smith Delegate
Manslaughter Sexual Offenses Assault Victims Murder Criminal Law - Substantive Crimes defendants Ex-Offenders Self Defense
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