Court & CustodyFamily Court & Child WelfareJudicial Non-Enforcement & Due ProcessLegislationLocationMarylandProject EXILEProject SYSTEM
Maryland’s SB481 and the Enforcement Illusion: When “Shall” Still Means “Maybe”
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February 19, 2026
Maryland's Senate Bill 481 aims to address custodial interference by mandating additional visitation when interference is found. However, the lack of enforcement mechanisms and broad judicial discretion may hinder its effectiveness. Real reform needs…