Md. Code Ann., Crim. Proc. § 5-201.1 – Consideration of immigration detainers in pretrial release and bail or bond decisions

(a) In this section, “immigration detainer” has the meaning stated in § 8-805 of the Correctional Services Article.
(b) In addition to any other factor allowed by the Maryland Rules or common law, a District Court commissioner or a judge may consider the existence of an immigration detainer when determining whether to:
1. (1) authorize pretrial release for a defendant charged with a felony; or
2. (2) set bond or bail for a defendant charged with a felony.

Added by Acts 2026, c. 872, § 1, eff. May 31, 2026.