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MD · SB475INTRO · 3 COSPONSORS

Criminal Procedure - Evidence - Protecting Artists' Creative Expression (PACE Act)

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Providing that the creative expression of a criminal defendant or juvenile respondent is not admissible against the defendant or respondent unless the court makes certain findings, subject to a certain exception; and providing that the Act does not preclude the admission of a creative expression in juvenile cases for the purposes of evaluating, recommending, or ordering referral to mental health services or diversion programs.

Source: OpenStates · fetched May 12, 2026

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Sponsorship · 4 Sponsors
Democrat2Republican2Independent0Other0
  • D · PrimeCharles Sydnor
  • D · CoNick Charles
  • R · CoChris West
  • R · CoJohnny Mautz
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