New Maryland laws go into effect Oct. 1: Spousal defense, hate crimes, firearms

New Maryland laws go into effect Oct. 1: Spousal defense, hate crimes, firearms

A Maryland law that prohibited prosecution of a person for rape or other sexual crimes against their legal spouse will be repealed next week — one of hundreds of new Maryland laws set to take effect on Oct. 1. Known for years as spousal defense, the new law eliminates the defense, and allows prosecution if “the person in committing the crime uses force or threat of force and the act is without the consent of the spouse.” Other new laws will allo…

What new Maryland laws go into effect Oct. 1? Repeal of spousal defense, updates on drug policy, firearms changes and more.

Over 300 bills passed during the 2023 legislative session, Gov. Wes Moore’s first, will go into effect on Oct. 1.

Baltimore Fishbowl | Monday Morning Headlines: Three injured in building collapse; Former MSU basketball player killed in DC nightclub shooting; New state laws go into effect Oct. 1; and more

What new Maryland laws go into effect Oct. 1? Repeal of spousal defense, updates on drug policy, firearms changes and more – The Baltimore Sun Three injured after building partially collapses in Baltimore City – Fox45 Blake Bozeman, former Morgan State basketball player and son of former coach, killed in D.C. nightclub shooting – cbsnews/baltimore Reaction to the Ravens’ overtime loss to Colts – Pressbox Allora’s move to City House is off – BBJ