Maryland SB 661 / HB 0707
Making use of body worn cameras (BWC) mandatory for some agencies.
Maryland
Maryland SB182 / HB0338
Establishing requirements, procedures, and prohibitions relating to the use of facial recognition technology by a law enforcement agency under certain circumstances.
Duvall v. Hogan
The Settlement Agreement covering the Baltimore City Detention Center was negotiated long after a previous Consent Decree had been entered and administratively closed. The settlement is comprehensive as to medical and mental health care, with some general physical plant provisions. The fees may also cover up to $100,000 in fees for formal post-settlement enforcement activities. Previous phases of the case prior to the old Consent Decree go as far back as 1965.
Freddie Gray v. Baltimore PD
25 y.o. arrested, placed in back of a police van, w/o seatbelt; neck was broken during the ride, leading to coma and death. Survived by parents. Settled prior to filing lawsuit. Officers acquitted.