Murder in Maryland law

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 2024, the state had the tenth highest murder rate in the country.[1]

Penalties

Offense Mandatory sentencing
Involuntary manslaughter Maximum of 10 years in prison[2]
Voluntary manslaughter
Second degree murder Maximum of 40 years in prison[3]
First degree murder Life without parole or life (minimum of 20 years; the judge can suspend part of the sentence)[4]

References

  1. ↑ "National Center for Health Statistics: Homicide Mortality by State". Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. August 20, 2025. Retrieved August 17, 2026.
  2. ↑ "Md. Code, Criminal Law, §2–207". Retrieved August 17, 2026.
  3. ↑ "Md. Code, Criminal Law, §2–204". Retrieved August 17, 2026.
  4. ↑ "Md. Code, Criminal Law, §2–201". Retrieved August 17, 2026.


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