The Maryland Redeem Act
Passed as Senate Bill 37, this law reduced the waiting periods for expunging many non-violent records.
(See Criminal Procedure § 10-110)
| Offense Type | New Wait Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Possession w/ Intent Cannabis only |
3 Years | Specific exception under § 10-110(c)(5) |
| General Misdemeanors Theft, Disorderly, etc. |
5 Years | Reduced from 10. From completion of sentence. |
| 2nd Degree Assault Common Law Battery |
7 Years | Does not apply to Domestic Violence |
| Eligible Felonies Theft, Burglary, CDS |
7-10 Years | 7 years for most; 10 years for burglary/theft. |
Does this apply to me?
If you were previously told you had to wait 10 or 15 years, you may now be eligible immediately. The clock starts ticking the moment you completed your sentence, probation, or parole (whichever was last).
What form do I need?
For these expungements, you typically need to file Form CC-DC-CR-072. This is the official petition for expungement of a guilty conviction.
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