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 ===== Maryland Laws Regarding Registration =====
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 === Who must register? ===
-[[http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/webmga/frmStatutesText.aspx?article=gcp&section=11-701&ext=html&session=2017RS&tab=subject5|Criminal Procedure 11-701 – 11-727]]
+[[https://advance.lexis.com/documentpage/?pdmfid=1000516&crid=6001d811-eab3-49b9-bce9-ed35b1260c17&nodeid=AAKAAMAAHAAB&nodepath=%2FROOT%2FAAK%2FAAKAAM%2FAAKAAMAAH%2FAAKAAMAAHAAB&level=4&haschildren=&populated=false&title=%C2%A7+11-701.+Definitions.&config=014EJAA2ZmE1OTU3OC0xMGRjLTRlNTctOTQ3Zi0wMDE2MWFhYzAwN2MKAFBvZENhdGFsb2e9wg3LFiffInanDd3V39aA&pddocfullpath=%2Fshared%2Fdocument%2Fstatutes-legislation%2Furn%3AcontentItem%3A63SM-VV31-DYB7-W24P-00008-00&ecomp=8gf5kkk&prid=491b776b-71c9-4535-9505-f2f797a56e2f|Criminal Procedure – 11-701 - 11-727]]
 === What information must registrants provide? ===
-[[http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/webmga/frmStatutesText.aspx?article=gcp&section=11-706&ext=html&session=2017RS&tab=subject5|Crim. Proc. 11-706]]
+[[https://advance.lexis.com/documentpage/?pdmfid=1000516&crid=6d567bbf-c4db-4756-a9aa-03ad1a2a8814&nodeid=AAKAAMAAHAAJ&nodepath=%2FROOT%2FAAK%2FAAKAAM%2FAAKAAMAAH%2FAAKAAMAAHAAJ&level=4&haschildren=&populated=false&title=%C2%A7+11-706.+Registration+statements.&config=014EJAA2ZmE1OTU3OC0xMGRjLTRlNTctOTQ3Zi0wMDE2MWFhYzAwN2MKAFBvZENhdGFsb2e9wg3LFiffInanDd3V39aA&pddocfullpath=%2Fshared%2Fdocument%2Fstatutes-legislation%2Furn%3AcontentItem%3A63SM-VV31-DYB7-W250-00008-00&ecomp=8gf5kkk&prid=491b776b-71c9-4535-9505-f2f797a56e2f|Criminal Procedure – 11-706]]
 === How frequently must they register? And for how long? ===
-Maryland has three tiers.Tier I registers annually for 15 years (but can appeal after 10); Tier II registers semi-annually for 25 years; and Tier II registers quarterly for life.\\
+[[https://advance.lexis.com/documentpage/?pdmfid=1000516&crid=e66a1250-2ac0-4eaf-9291-1766a051cb28&nodeid=AAKAAMAAHAAK&nodepath=%2FROOT%2FAAK%2FAAKAAM%2FAAKAAMAAH%2FAAKAAMAAHAAK&level=4&haschildren=&populated=false&title=%C2%A7+11-707.+Term+of+registration.&config=014EJAA2ZmE1OTU3OC0xMGRjLTRlNTctOTQ3Zi0wMDE2MWFhYzAwN2MKAFBvZENhdGFsb2e9wg3LFiffInanDd3V39aA&pddocfullpath=%2Fshared%2Fdocument%2Fstatutes-legislation%2Furn%3AcontentItem%3A63SM-VV31-DYB7-W251-00008-00&ecomp=8gf5kkk&prid=491b776b-71c9-4535-9505-f2f797a56e2f|Criminal Procedure Code Ann – 11-707]]
-[[http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/webmga/frmStatutesText.aspx?article=gcp&section=11-707&ext=html&session=2017RS&tab=subject5|Crim. Proc. 11-707]]\\
-<font inherit/inherit;;#000000;;#f1c40f>(NOTE: A retroactivity challenge has allowed many persons who have been</font><font inherit/inherit;;#000000;;#f1c40f>registering</font>**__<font inherit/inherit;;inherit;;#f1c40f>in</font>__ ** **__<font inherit/inherit;;inherit;;#f1c40f>Maryland</font>__  **<font inherit/inherit;;inherit;;#f1c40f>since prior to 2010 to be returned to a shorter time period.)</font>\\
+=== Does the state categorize registrants by levels/tiers? ===
-[[https://fairregistry.org/download/importantdocs/Decision Doe v DPSCS 3-4-13.pdf|Those adjudicated as juveniles remain privately registered.]]\\
-[[http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/webmga/frmStatutesText.aspx?article=gcp&section=11-704.1&ext=html&session=2017RS&tab=subject5|Crim. Proc. 11-704.1]]
+Yes. There are three tiers: Tier I, Tier II, and Tier III.\\
+[[https://advance.lexis.com/documentpage/?pdmfid=1000516&crid=e66a1250-2ac0-4eaf-9291-1766a051cb28&nodeid=AAKAAMAAHAAK&nodepath=%2FROOT%2FAAK%2FAAKAAM%2FAAKAAMAAH%2FAAKAAMAAHAAK&level=4&haschildren=&populated=false&title=%C2%A7+11-707.+Term+of+registration.&config=014EJAA2ZmE1OTU3OC0xMGRjLTRlNTctOTQ3Zi0wMDE2MWFhYzAwN2MKAFBvZENhdGFsb2e9wg3LFiffInanDd3V39aA&pddocfullpath=%2Fshared%2Fdocument%2Fstatutes-legislation%2Furn%3AcontentItem%3A63SM-VV31-DYB7-W251-00008-00&ecomp=8gf5kkk&prid=491b776b-71c9-4535-9505-f2f797a56e2f|Criminal Procedure Code Ann – 11-707. Term of Registration]]
+=== Does the state use risk assessment when assigning tiers or levels to registrants? ===
+No. Only for supervision purposes.
+=== Do any registrants remain privately registered? If so, who? ===
+Those adjudicated as juveniles remain privately registered.\\
+[[https://advance.lexis.com/documentpage/?pdmfid=1000516&crid=0ed75311-42a7-4ec9-8063-15780f061ba5&nodeid=AAKAAMAAHAAF&nodepath=%2FROOT%2FAAK%2FAAKAAM%2FAAKAAMAAH%2FAAKAAMAAHAAF&level=4&haschildren=&populated=false&title=%C2%A7+11-704.+Registration+required.&config=014EJAA2ZmE1OTU3OC0xMGRjLTRlNTctOTQ3Zi0wMDE2MWFhYzAwN2MKAFBvZENhdGFsb2e9wg3LFiffInanDd3V39aA&pddocfullpath=%2Fshared%2Fdocument%2Fstatutes-legislation%2Furn%3AcontentItem%3A63SM-VV31-DYB7-W24V-00008-00&ecomp=8gf5kkk&prid=491b776b-71c9-4535-9505-f2f797a56e2f|Criminal Procedure Code Ann – 11-704.1]]
+=== Is there a registration fee? ===
+No
 === Are there special restrictions for registrants even after supervision? ===
-MD has no residency restrictions. It does restrict registrants from being on school property except to vote. Parents can sometimes get permission to pick up their children. There is some public notification which varies from county to county.\\
+MD has no residency restrictions. It does restrict registrants from being on school property except to vote, and there is some public notification which varies from county to county.\\
-[[http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/webmga/frmStatutesText.aspx?article=gcp&section=11-722&ext=html&session=2017RS&tab=subject5|Crim. Proc. 11-704]]
+[[https://advance.lexis.com/documentpage/?pdmfid=1000516&crid=0ed75311-42a7-4ec9-8063-15780f061ba5&nodeid=AAKAAMAAHAAF&nodepath=%2FROOT%2FAAK%2FAAKAAM%2FAAKAAMAAH%2FAAKAAMAAHAAF&level=4&haschildren=&populated=false&title=%C2%A7+11-704.+Registration+required.&config=014EJAA2ZmE1OTU3OC0xMGRjLTRlNTctOTQ3Zi0wMDE2MWFhYzAwN2MKAFBvZENhdGFsb2e9wg3LFiffInanDd3V39aA&pddocfullpath=%2Fshared%2Fdocument%2Fstatutes-legislation%2Furn%3AcontentItem%3A63SM-VV31-DYB7-W24V-00008-00&ecomp=8gf5kkk&prid=491b776b-71c9-4535-9505-f2f797a56e2f|Criminal Procedure Code Ann – 11-704]]
 === Is there a process for removal from the registry? If so, who qualifies and what is the process? ===
 Only for those who are Tier I, after 10 years.\\
-[[http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/webmga/frmStatutesText.aspx?article=gcp&section=11-707&ext=html&session=2017RS&tab=subject5|Crim. Proc 11-707(c)]]
+[[https://advance.lexis.com/documentpage/?pdmfid=1000516&crid=bdd797b3-1b84-4b83-90cf-586eb0d0b907&nodeid=AAKAAMAAHAAK&nodepath=%2FROOT%2FAAK%2FAAKAAM%2FAAKAAMAAH%2FAAKAAMAAHAAK&level=4&haschildren=&populated=false&title=%C2%A7+11-707.+Term+of+registration.&config=014EJAA2ZmE1OTU3OC0xMGRjLTRlNTctOTQ3Zi0wMDE2MWFhYzAwN2MKAFBvZENhdGFsb2e9wg3LFiffInanDd3V39aA&pddocfullpath=%2Fshared%2Fdocument%2Fstatutes-legislation%2Furn%3AcontentItem%3A63SM-VV31-DYB7-W251-00008-00&ecomp=8gf5kkk&prid=491b776b-71c9-4535-9505-f2f797a56e2f|Criminal Procedure Code Ann – 11-707 c]]
 === What is the registration requirement for someone with a sexual offense who is visiting? ===
-There is no special provision for visiting, other than the "habitually lives" designation included in the requirement to report within 3 days. This is defined as anyplace a person lives, sleeps, or visits regularly, including visits lasting more than 5 hours more than 5 times in a 30-day period.\\
-[[http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/webmga/frmStatutesText.aspx?article=gcp&section=11-701&ext=html&session=2017RS&tab=subject5|Crim. Proc 11-707]]
-=== What is the registration requirement for someone with a sexual offense who will be moving to live or to attend school? ===
 Generally speaking, persons must register within 3 days of coming to "habitually live," work, or attend school in the state.\\
-[[http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/webmga/frmStatutesText.aspx?article=gcp&section=11-705&ext=html&session=2017RS&tab=subject5|Crim Proc. 11-705]]
+\\
+[[https://advance.lexis.com/documentpage/?pdmfid=1000516&crid=bdd797b3-1b84-4b83-90cf-586eb0d0b907&nodeid=AAKAAMAAHAAK&nodepath=%2FROOT%2FAAK%2FAAKAAM%2FAAKAAMAAH%2FAAKAAMAAHAAK&level=4&haschildren=&populated=false&title=%C2%A7+11-707.+Term+of+registration.&config=014EJAA2ZmE1OTU3OC0xMGRjLTRlNTctOTQ3Zi0wMDE2MWFhYzAwN2MKAFBvZENhdGFsb2e9wg3LFiffInanDd3V39aA&pddocfullpath=%2Fshared%2Fdocument%2Fstatutes-legislation%2Furn%3AcontentItem%3A63SM-VV31-DYB7-W251-00008-00&ecomp=8gf5kkk&prid=491b776b-71c9-4535-9505-f2f797a56e2f|Criminal Procedure Code Ann – 11-705]]
 ===== State Laws Regarding Sexual Offenses and Offenders, other than registration =====
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 === What sexual offenses can people be convicted of, and what are the ranges of sentences? ===
-Criminal Law Article under subtitles 3, 5, and 6. See Question 1 in the below FAQs for a full listing.\\
+Criminal Law Article under 3-3xx for most sex offenses; 3-501&502 for Kidnapping; 3-602&3 for Sex abuse/sale of a minor; 3-902 for visual surveillance; 11-207, 208, 209 for child pornography; and 11-303, 305, and 306 for trafficking/prostitution. See a full list in Question 1 in these state FAQs (the following link). **HOWEVER do not trust the text below them as it is outdated**.\\
-[[http://www.dpscs.state.md.us/onlineservs/sor/frequently_asked_questions.shtml|Maryland Registry FAQs]]
+\\
+[[http://www.dpscs.state.md.us/onlineservs/sor/frequently_asked_questions.shtml|http://www.dpscs.state.md.us/onlineservs/sor/frequently_asked_questions.shtml]]
 === Does the state have lifetime supervision? ===
-Yes. This is a sentence applied by the courts, and thus there is supposed to be a removal process. We are uncertain if this process has been fully established at this juncture.\\
+[[https://advance.lexis.com/documentpage/?pdmfid=1000516&crid=9f4b368b-1231-43e9-9af2-30780dc8ea36&nodeid=AAKAAMAAHABA&nodepath=%2FROOT%2FAAK%2FAAKAAM%2FAAKAAMAAH%2FAAKAAMAAHABA&level=4&haschildren=&populated=false&title=%C2%A7+11-723.+Lifetime+sexual+offender+supervision.&config=014EJAA2ZmE1OTU3OC0xMGRjLTRlNTctOTQ3Zi0wMDE2MWFhYzAwN2MKAFBvZENhdGFsb2e9wg3LFiffInanDd3V39aA&pddocfullpath=%2Fshared%2Fdocument%2Fstatutes-legislation%2Furn%3AcontentItem%3A63SM-VV31-DYB7-W25K-00008-00&ecomp=8gf5kkk&prid=491b776b-71c9-4535-9505-f2f797a56e2f|Criminal Procedure Code Ann – 11-723. Lifetime sexual offender supervision]]
-[[http://exacturl.state.gov|Statute still needed.]]
 === Does the state have indeterminate sentencing? ===
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 === What are the state civil commitment laws? ===
-Criminal Law 3-303 through 3-602; 27 (murder) w/intent to sexually harm; 11-207 through 11-209 and 11-303 through 11-308; 18 USC 2252B/C, 2423C, 2424, 2425, 1591, and 2423B; and 10 USC 951\\
+There is no civil commitment statute exclusively targeting sexual offenses. This statute covers the situations in which someone might become civilly committed.\\
-[[http://exacturl.state.gov|Links still needed.]]
+[[https://advance.lexis.com/documentpage/?pdmfid=1000516&crid=f6d34698-beb1-4b11-8da5-dd202fd531fa&nodeid=AAKAAEAAG&nodepath=%2FROOT%2FAAK%2FAAKAAE%2FAAKAAEAAG&level=3&haschildren=&populated=false&title=%C2%A7+3-106.+Finding+of+incompetency.&config=014EJAA2ZmE1OTU3OC0xMGRjLTRlNTctOTQ3Zi0wMDE2MWFhYzAwN2MKAFBvZENhdGFsb2e9wg3LFiffInanDd3V39aA&pddocfullpath=%2Fshared%2Fdocument%2Fstatutes-legislation%2Furn%3AcontentItem%3A63SM-VV31-DYB7-W1P9-00008-00&ecomp=8gf5kkk&prid=491b776b-71c9-4535-9505-f2f797a56e2f|Criminal Procedure Code Title 3-106]]
 === What is the age of consent? ===
-Generally the victim must be under 16 and the perpetrator 4 or more years older. Punishment is tougher if the older person is an authority figure. MD Code, Crim Law § 3-301 - § 3-315. The link below has a table that breaks things down.\\
+years old\\
-[[https://www.peoples-law.org/age-consent|PeoplesLaw.org Age of Consent]]
+[[https://www.ageofconsent.net/states/maryland|https://www.ageofconsent.net/states/maryland]]\\
+[[https://advance.lexis.com/documentpage/?pdmfid=1000516&crid=90f308a1-df9a-4bb4-83bb-a06ad8ea9536&nodeid=AAJAAEAADAAH&nodepath=%2FROOT%2FAAJ%2FAAJAAE%2FAAJAAEAAD%2FAAJAAEAADAAH&level=4&haschildren=&populated=false&title=%C2%A7+3-308.+Sexual+offense+in+the+fourth+degree.&config=014EJAA2ZmE1OTU3OC0xMGRjLTRlNTctOTQ3Zi0wMDE2MWFhYzAwN2MKAFBvZENhdGFsb2e9wg3LFiffInanDd3V39aA&pddocfullpath=%2Fshared%2Fdocument%2Fstatutes-legislation%2Furn%3AcontentItem%3A63SM-VTV1-DYB7-W1T0-00008-00&ecomp=8gf5kkk&prid=491b776b-71c9-4535-9505-f2f797a56e2f|Md. CRIMINAL LAW Code Ann. – 3-308]]
 === Are there “Romeo and Juliet” laws or other laws specific to young people? ===
-Maryland has no clear laws regarding this situation, other than what is outlined regarding age of consent (see above).
+Individuals aged 15 or younger in Maryland are not legally able to consent to sexual activity, and such activity may result in prosecution for statutory rape.\\
+\\
+[[https://www.ageofconsent.net/states/maryland|https://www.ageofconsent.net/states/maryland]]
 ===== Info for State Advocates =====
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 === Are felons allowed to vote? If so, when is this right restored? ===
-On Feb. 9, 2016, the Maryland General Assembly overrode the Governor's veto of SB 340 and restored the vote to all convicted felons immediately upon their release from prison.\\
+Yes, as soon as they are released from incarceration.\\
-[[https://felonvoting.procon.org/sourcefiles/maryland-senate-bill-340.pdf|https://felonvoting.procon.org/sourcefiles/maryland-senate-bill-340.pdf]]
+[[https://advance.lexis.com/documentpage/?pdmfid=1000516&crid=6ddab021-bad7-4e35-b9ab-eaea23281b99&nodeid=AAHAACAAGAAB&nodepath=%2FROOT%2FAAH%2FAAHAAC%2FAAHAACAAG%2FAAHAACAAGAAB&level=4&haschildren=&populated=false&title=%C2%A7+2-601.+Voting+rights+of+released+individuals.&config=014EJAA2ZmE1OTU3OC0xMGRjLTRlNTctOTQ3Zi0wMDE2MWFhYzAwN2MKAFBvZENhdGFsb2e9wg3LFiffInanDd3V39aA&pddocfullpath=%2Fshared%2Fdocument%2Fstatutes-legislation%2Furn%3AcontentItem%3A63SM-VT71-DYB7-W06F-00008-00&ecomp=8gf5kkk&prid=491b776b-71c9-4535-9505-f2f797a56e2f|Md. CORRECTIONAL SERVICES Code Ann. § 2-601]]
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+=== What does the state say about persons who are required to register? ===
+[[http://www.dpscs.state.md.us/onlineservs/socem/default.shtml|Registry Home Page]]\\
+[[http://www.dpscs.state.md.us/onlineservs/sor/frequently_asked_questions.shtml|Frequently Asked Questions]]
+=== How does the state’s legislative process work? ===
+Legislative Services Library page\\
+[[https://dls.maryland.gov/library/|https://dls.maryland.gov/library/]]\\
+\\
+Legislative Services Information Services page contains list of helpful documents\\
+[[http://dls.maryland.gov/library/information-services/|http://dls.maryland.gov/library/information-services/]]
+=== How can I locate and track legislation regarding sexual offense issues? ===
+Go to [[http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/|http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/]] and use the search box to find bills using the keywords below. When you find something you want to track, look for the little thumbtack near the top right, click it, and follow directions to create a tracking account. From then on, click the thumbtack next to its title and add it to your tracking list. Depending on your settings, you’ll get updates at different frequencies.
+=== Best keywords are: ===
+Searches that work well here are “sexual offense” and “sexual offender” and “required to register.”
+=== Sign up for notifications of bill movement: ===
+See tracking above.
+=== Most important legislative committees for our issues are: ===
+Senate Judicial Proceedings\\
+[[https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Committees/Details?cmte=jpr|https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Committees/Details?cmte=jpr]]
+House Judiciary\\
+[[https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Committees/Details?cmte=jud|https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Committees/Details?cmte=jud]]
+=== Contact info for state legislators can be found at: ===
+Starting page. Drill down by your district, or view all House or Senate members.\\
+[[https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Members/District|https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Members/District]]
+===== Other Useful State Information =====
+=== Contact information for state registry office ===
+East Joppa Road, Suite 1000 \\ Towson, Maryland 21286 \\ (410) 339-5000 (877) 379-8636
+=== RSOL state affiliate website or blog: ===
+Families Advocating Intelligent Registries (FAIR) \\ [[https://fairregistry.org|https://fairregistry.org]]
+=== Other helpful state advocacy groups: ===
+Maryland CURE MAJR (MD Alliance for Justice Reform)
+=== Other registrant-friendly state support groups: ===
+Response needed.
+=== Other helpful information ===
+[[http://www.sexoffenderresource.com/maryland/|http://www.sexoffenderresource.com/maryland/]] \\
+[[https://nationinside.org/campaign/maryland-cure/|https://nationinside.org/campaign/maryland-cure/]]
+===== Info for State Advocates =====
+=== Are felons allowed to vote? If so, when is this right restored? ===
-[[https://felonvoting.procon.org/sourcefiles/maryland-felony-voter-registration-2017.pdf|https://felonvoting.procon.org/sourcefiles/maryland-felony-voter-registration-2017.pdf]]
+Yes, as soon as they are released from incarceration.\\
+[[https://advance.lexis.com/documentpage/?pdmfid=1000516&crid=6ddab021-bad7-4e35-b9ab-eaea23281b99&nodeid=AAHAACAAGAAB&nodepath=%2FROOT%2FAAH%2FAAHAAC%2FAAHAACAAG%2FAAHAACAAGAAB&level=4&haschildren=&populated=false&title=%C2%A7+2-601.+Voting+rights+of+released+individuals.&config=014EJAA2ZmE1OTU3OC0xMGRjLTRlNTctOTQ3Zi0wMDE2MWFhYzAwN2MKAFBvZENhdGFsb2e9wg3LFiffInanDd3V39aA&pddocfullpath=%2Fshared%2Fdocument%2Fstatutes-legislation%2Furn%3AcontentItem%3A63SM-VT71-DYB7-W06F-00008-00&ecomp=8gf5kkk&prid=491b776b-71c9-4535-9505-f2f797a56e2f|Md. CORRECTIONAL SERVICES Code Ann. § 2-601]]
 === What does the state say about persons who are required to register? ===
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 [[http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/webmga/frmmain.aspx?pid=legisrpage&tab=subject6|General Assembly Contact Page]]
+===== Info for State Advocates =====
+=== Are felons allowed to vote? If so, when is this right restored? ===
+Yes, as soon as they are released from incarceration.\\
+[[https://advance.lexis.com/documentpage/?pdmfid=1000516&crid=6ddab021-bad7-4e35-b9ab-eaea23281b99&nodeid=AAHAACAAGAAB&nodepath=%2FROOT%2FAAH%2FAAHAAC%2FAAHAACAAG%2FAAHAACAAGAAB&level=4&haschildren=&populated=false&title=%C2%A7+2-601.+Voting+rights+of+released+individuals.&config=014EJAA2ZmE1OTU3OC0xMGRjLTRlNTctOTQ3Zi0wMDE2MWFhYzAwN2MKAFBvZENhdGFsb2e9wg3LFiffInanDd3V39aA&pddocfullpath=%2Fshared%2Fdocument%2Fstatutes-legislation%2Furn%3AcontentItem%3A63SM-VT71-DYB7-W06F-00008-00&ecomp=8gf5kkk&prid=491b776b-71c9-4535-9505-f2f797a56e2f|Md. CORRECTIONAL SERVICES Code Ann. § 2-601]]
+=== What does the state say about persons who are required to register? ===
+[[http://www.dpscs.state.md.us/onlineservs/socem/default.shtml|Registry Home Page]]\\
+[[http://www.dpscs.state.md.us/onlineservs/sor/frequently_asked_questions.shtml|Frequently Asked Questions]]
+=== How does the state’s legislative process work? ===
+[[http://dls.maryland.gov/library/information-services/|http://dls.maryland.gov/library/information-services/]]\\
+[[http://dls.maryland.gov/pubs/prod/NoPblTabLibResDocs/Legislative-Process.pdf|http://dls.maryland.gov/pubs/prod/NoPblTabLibResDocs/Legislative-Process.pdf]]
+=== How can I locate and track legislation regarding sexual offense issues? ===
+Go to [[http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/|http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/]] and use the search box to find bills using the keywords below. When you find something you want to track, look for the little thumbtack near the top right, click it, and follow directions to create a tracking account. From then on, click the thumbtack next to its title and add it to your tracking list. Depending on your settings, you’ll get updates at different frequencies.
+=== Best keywords are: ===
+Searches that work well here are “sexual offense” and “sexual offender” and “required to register.”
+=== Sign up for notifications of bill movement: ===
+See tracking above.
+=== Most important legislative committees for our issues are: ===
+[[http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/webmga/frmMain.aspx?pid=cmtepage&tab=subject7&id=jpr&stab=01|Senate Judicial Proceedings]]
+[[http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/webmga/frmMain.aspx?pid=cmtepage&tab=subject7&id=jud&stab=01|House Judiciary]]
+=== Contact info for state legislators can be found at: ===
+[[http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/webmga/frmmain.aspx?pid=legisrpage&tab=subject6|General Assembly Contact Page]]
 ===== Other Useful State Information =====
-=== Contact information for state registry office ===
+=== Contact information for the state registry office ===
+For a Tier I submitting a request for removal after 10 years: \\ CJIS - Central Repository \\ Sex Offender Registry Unit \\ P.O. Box 32708 \\ Pikesville MD 21282-2708 \\ 410.585.3600 \\ [[websiteresponse@dpscs.state.md.us|]]
-East Joppa Road, Suite 1000\\
+Any other correspondence: \\ Sex Offender Registry Unit  \\ P.O. Box 5743  \\ Pikesville, MD 21282-5743
-Towson, Maryland 21286\\
-(410) 339-5000 (877) 379-8636
 === RSOL state affiliate website or blog: ===
-Families Advocating Intelligent Registries (FAIR)\\
+Families Advocating Intelligent Registries (FAIR) \\ [[https://fairregistry.org|https://fairregistry.org]]
-[[https://www.fairregistry.org/|https://www.fairregistry.org/]]
 === Other helpful state advocacy groups: ===
-Maryland CURE MAJR (MD Alliance for Justice Reform) [[http://exacturl.org|Links needed. ]]
+Maryland CURE MAJR (MD Alliance for Justice Reform)
 === Other registrant-friendly state support groups: ===
-Response needed.\\
+Check with [[info@fairregistry.org?body=[Information on or joining the Maryland Fearless Group]&subject=Maryland Fearless Group|info@fairregistry.org]] regarding area Fearless group.
-[[http://exacturl.org|Link needed. ]]
 === Other helpful information ===
-[[http://www.sexoffenderresource.com/maryland/|http://www.sexoffenderresource.com/maryland/]]\\
+[[http://www.sexoffenderresource.com/maryland/|http://www.sexoffenderresource.com/maryland/]] \\
 [[https://nationinside.org/campaign/maryland-cure/|https://nationinside.org/campaign/maryland-cure/]]