Maryland · Maryland Code — Criminal Law Article
Md. Code, Crim. Law § 10-304: Motivated either in whole or in substantial part by another person’s or group’s race, color, religious beliefs, sexual o
What this law says, in plain English
A person may not commit crimes, damage property, or make false reports to law enforcement motivated by another's protected status (race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, homelessness, etc.). Enhanced penalties apply when the underlying crime is a felony or results in death.
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