Intercepted Communications - Penalty

Summary

The bill changes the penalty for willfully intercepting, disclosing, or using wire, oral, or electronic communications from a felony to a misdemeanor. Offenders would face up to five years in prison, a fine of up to $10,000, or both. It applies to anyone who commits these acts under Maryland law.

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Hearings

• Judiciary — Bill Hearing
  Judiciary · Feb 24, 2026

History

1. Mar 19, 2026Referred Judicial Proceedings
2. Mar 18, 2026Third Reading Passed
3. Mar 17, 2026Favorable Adopted Second Reading Passed
4. Mar 16, 2026Favorable Report by Judiciary
5. Feb 2, 2026Hearing 2/24 at 1:00 p.m.
6. Feb 2, 2026First Reading Judiciary

Sponsors

• Simpson · sponsor

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