§ 26–505
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Educ. § 26-505 (2026)
Title 26. Prohibitions and Penalties
Subtitle 5. Consideration of Criminal History in the Admissions Process
§ 26–505LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In deciding to deny or limit a student’s access to campus residency under § 26–504 of this subtitle, an institution of higher education shall develop a process for determining whether there is a relationship between a student’s criminal history and campus residency.
(b)
The process developed under this section shall be set forth in writing and shall include consideration of:
(1)
The age of the student at the time any aspect of the student’s criminal history occurred;
(2)
The time that has elapsed since any aspect of the student’s criminal history occurred;
(3)
The nature of the criminal history; and
(4)
Any evidence of rehabilitation or good conduct produced by the student.