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Neutral Bill Mar 16, 2026

Criminal Procedure - Incarcerated Seniors - Motion to Reduce the Duration of a Sentence

Authorizing an individual who is at least 60 years old and has been imprisoned for at least 20 years to file a motion to reduce the duration of the individual's sentence; requiring the court to conduct a hearing on a motion to reduce the duration of a sentence, unless the court has held a hearing on a similar motion in the preceding 5 years; and requiring a court to consider enumerated factors in determining whether to grant a motion to reduce the duration of a sentence and to issue its decision in writing or on the record in open court.

https://legiscan.com/MD/bill/SB141/2025
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Chris West State Senator
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