Legislators Want to Restrict Custody Rights for Parents Convicted of Sexual Abuse of a Child

A bill that would deny custody and visitation to parents guilty of sexual abuse of a minor was heard by the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee Thursday.

Md. Senate Committee Advances Same-Sex Marriage Bill

The Judicial Proceedings Committee Tuesday voted 7-4 to advance the same-sex marriage bill to the entire chamber. While a vote could come as early as Friday, the possibility of a filibuster remains.

Senate Committe to Hear DJS Bills

Two bills regarding trying and sentencing juveniles in the Maryland system will be heard in the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee Thursday.