Baltimore City - Ordinance Enforcement - Fines and Penalties

SB 290 increases Baltimore City's maximum allowable fine for ordinance violations from $1,000 to $5,000 per offense. It directly affects residents and businesses that violate city ordinances, rules, or regulations by raising the financial penalty ceiling. The bill amends Section 48 of Baltimore City's Charter, which governs the city's authority to set fines and penalties. The change takes effect October 1, 2026, without altering the maximum 12-month imprisonment term for criminal violations.