# Criminal Law (GCR)

## Title 5. Controlled Dangerous Substances, Prescriptions, and Other Substances

### Subtitle 8. Criminal Procedure

#### Section 5-809

Notwithstanding any other law, at a hearing relating to bail or sentencing arising out of a violation or alleged violation of this title, hearsay evidence is admissible if:

(1) the hearsay is relevant to the issue; and

(2) the underlying circumstances on which the hearsay is based and the reliability of the source of the information are demonstrated.

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