Maryland’s stricter gun laws await Moore’s signature

The total package places limits on where a gun can be carried, “creates among the strongest gun violence prevention legislation in the country.”

Attorney General Anthony Brown notches wins during first legislative session

Brown’s extensive legislative experience likely played a role in the passage of his agenda within his first 100 days as attorney general.

General Assembly approves decriminalizing oral sex

Democratic sponsors of the bill said repealing the current statute is necessary to protect the constitutional right to privacy between consenting adults.

Controversial gun control bill advances in Maryland Senate

If enacted, the bill would make the licensing process for wear and carry permits more strict.

Maryland bill targets fentanyl deaths through safe centers for drug use

The bill would allow community-based organizations to open up to six centers in non-residential areas where health professionals can monitor users, give first aid and provide sterile needles.

Senate delays consideration of bill decriminalizing oral sex between adults

This statute is coming under fire because it prohibits adults from engaging in the private act of oral sex. Consensual oral sex between adults would no longer be a crime if the bill passes.

Bipartisan legislation increases penalty for indecent exposure offenders targeting minors

Under current law, the penalties for indecent exposure are the same regardless of who witnesses the crime.

Maryland lawmakers make gun control a session priority

The proposal would prohibit an individual from knowingly wearing, carrying or transporting a firearm onto another person’s property without consent.