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MD SB83

MD SB83
Criminal Law - Public Safety - Interference with a Public Safety Answering Point - Penalties


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Introduced
01/12/2022
In Committee
03/09/2022
Crossed Over
03/04/2022
Passed
Dead
04/11/2022

Introduced Session

2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Criminal Law - Public Safety - Interference with a Public Safety Answering Point - Penalties

AI Summary

This bill amends the state's criminal law to prohibit interference with a Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP), which is a communications system that receives 911 calls and dispatches emergency services. The bill makes it a felony to intentionally interrupt or impair the functioning of a PSAP, punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a $50,000 fine. It also imposes penalties for other unauthorized computer-related activities, such as accessing computer systems without permission or possessing ransomware, with the intent of disrupting critical infrastructure or services, including those provided by public utilities, healthcare facilities, and schools.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

House Judiciary Hearing (13:00 3/29/2022 ) (on 03/29/2022)

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