Maryland § 7-805
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 7-805, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-805.
(a) If the victim made a written request to the Department for notification and maintains a current address on file with the Department or the victim or the victim’s representative filed a notification request form under § 11–104 of the Criminal Procedure Article, the Department shall notify the victim or the victim’s representative in writing that an incarcerated individual sentenced to the Division of Correction is being considered for a:
(1) commutation of sentence;
(2) pardon; or
(3) remission of sentence.
(b) (1) The victim may submit to the Commission a victim impact statement and recommendation.
(2) The Commission shall make the victim impact statement and recommendation available for review by the incarcerated individual or the incarcerated individual’s representative subject to § 7–303(b) of this title.
(c) If a victim impact statement or recommendation is submitted under this section, the Commission shall consider the victim impact statement or recommendation.
(d) A victim may request a meeting with a commissioner.
(e) The Department shall notify promptly the victim or the victim’s designated representative of the Commission’s decision.
(f) The victim may designate in writing to the Department the name and address of a representative to receive notice for the victim.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 7-805
What does Maryland Code § 7-805 cover?
Section 7-805 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 § 7-805?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 7-805" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 7-805 apply to my situation?
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