# Criminal Procedure (GCP)

## Title 1. Definitions; General Provisions

### Subtitle 2. General Provisions

#### Section 1-207

(a) The Governor may remit all or part of a fine or forfeiture.

(b) A defendant or surety applying for the remission of all or part of a recognizance that has been forfeited:

  (1) may apply to a court to order the remission in accordance with Title 4 of the Maryland Rules; and

  (2) need not apply to the Governor to order the remission.

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Md. Code Ann., Crim. Proc. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)