Maryland § 6-208
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 6-208, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-208.
(a) (1) The Commission shall adopt sentencing guidelines that the Commission may change.
(2) The sentencing guidelines shall include sentencing guidelines for ordinary sentences and sentencing guidelines for corrections options.
(b) The sentencing guidelines for ordinary sentences shall call for sentences within the limits set by law and shall set forth:
(1) the range of sentences for crimes of a given degree of seriousness;
(2) a range of increased severity for defendants previously convicted of or adjudicated delinquent for a previous crime; and
(3) a list of aggravating and mitigating circumstances.
(c) The sentencing guidelines for corrections options shall be designed to identify defendants qualified for corrections options programs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 6-208
What does Maryland Code § 6-208 cover?
Section 6-208 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 6-208?
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