Education - Reportable Offenses and Prohibited Behavior on School Grounds - Alterations

HB 1265 updates notification procedures when students are arrested for specific serious offenses (like violent crimes or certain violations listed in Maryland law) that occur off school grounds. It requires law enforcement to notify school officials (local superintendent, principal, and school security officer) within 24 hours of an arrest, and the State’s Attorney to notify them again about case outcomes. The bill ensures this information remains confidential and cannot be added to a student’s permanent educational record. It directly affects public and nonpublic schools, law enforcement, juvenile justice officials, and students aged 5-22. The bill does not change which offenses are reportable but clarifies how schools receive timely information about student arrests.