Murder in Maryland law

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Murder in Maryland law constitutes the intentional killing, under circumstances defined by law, of people within or under the jurisdiction of the U.S. state of Maryland.

The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that in the year 2020, the state had the eighth highest murder rate in the country. [1]

Penalties

Source: [2]

OffenseMandatory sentencing
Involuntary manslaughterMaximum of 10 years in prison
Voluntary manslaughter
Second degree murderMaximum of 40 years in prison
First degree murderLife without parole or life (minimum of 20 years; the judge can suspend part of the sentence)

References

  1. ↑ "National Center for Health Statistics: Homicide Mortality by State". Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. February 16, 2021. Retrieved September 24, 2021.
  2. ↑ Md. Code, Criminal Law Art., 2-201(A)(4). See "Maryland Code, Sec. 2-201". Code of Maryland. General Assembly of Maryland. Retrieved September 23, 2017.


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