HB 527 Maryland House of Delegates · 2026 Regular Session

Correctional Services - Home Detention - Removal

This bill changes Maryland's home detention rules by giving the Commissioner of Correction (or their designee) the authority to immediately remove an incarcerated person from home detention for any reason, not just violations. It specifically requires removal if someone violates a condition of their home detention placement. The bill directly affects individuals currently participating in Maryland's home detention programs. The changes take effect October 1, 2026.
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Introduced Jan 27, 2026 Last action Jan 29, 2026
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Jan 27, 2026
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