Bill

SB 531

Criminal Procedure - Victims of Sexually Assaultive Behavior - Request for Verbal Acknowledgement (Verbal Waiver Transparency Act)

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Shaneka Henson and 3 co-sponsors

Maryland bill requires prosecutors to obtain recorded verbal acknowledgement from sexual assault victims when they waive jury trial rights to ensure informed consent and transparency.

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 407

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First - Criminal Procedure - Victims of Sexually Assaultive Behavior - Request for Verbal Acknowledgement (Verbal Waiver Transparency Act) mgaleg.maryland.gov

Third - Criminal Procedure - Victims of Sexually Assaultive Behavior - Request for Verbal Acknowledgement (Verbal Waiver Transparency Act) mgaleg.maryland.gov

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