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SB 979 — Maryland

Statute of Limitations - Prosecution or Enforcement of Local Consumer Protection Codes

Increasing from 1 year to 3 years the statute of limitations for the prosecution or suit for enforcement of local consumer protection codes for which equitable relief, a fine, or a penalty is provided.

Latest action: First Reading Senate Rules · Feb 15, 2026

In committeeCivil ActionsConsumer ProtectionCriminal ChargesCriminal Law - ProceduresPenalties and SentencesStatutes of Limitation

Synopsis written by the legislature's own staff, as published on the official bill page. Status label is derived from the recorded actions. The full text below is the record.

Committees: Rules (Senate)

Updated Mar 17, 2026

Timeline

  1. First Reading Senate Rules

    Feb 15, 2026 · Senate

Sponsored by Cory McCray, Baltimore City Administration

No recorded floor votes yet.

Bill text (First reading) — Maryland General Assembly (PDF) Official record — Maryland General Assembly bill page

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