HB 544 — Criminal Law - Sexual Extortion, Stalking, And Revenge Porn - Statute Of Limitations And In Banc Review
HB 544 amends Maryland criminal law to address sexual extortion, stalking, and revenge porn by modifying the statute of limitations and allowing in banc review for certain cases. The law aims to strengthen protections for victims of digital exploitation and improve judicial handling of such offenses. It was enacted on May 16, 2024, and is part of broader efforts to combat digital harms related to minors and intimate content distribution.
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