Maryland SB 823 would eliminate juvenile justice system fines and fees. Specifically, the bill would eliminate court fees and support costs for the detention and/or treatment of youth, and abolish fines imposed on youth and their families.
A court may not order a parent, guardian, or custodian to pay (1) a fine, fee, or cost under this subtitle; or a sum of money to cover the support of a child under this subtitle.
You can read the full text of the bill here.
Primary sponsor(s): William C. Smith Jr.
Status: Failed