Maryland Statutes
Part I - State Commission on Criminal Sentencing Policy
Section 6-206 - Miscellaneous Powers and Duties

(a)    In addition to any other powers set forth elsewhere, the Commission may:
        (1)    establish subcommittees or advisory committees composed of Commission members to accomplish the duties imposed under this section;
        (2)    require each State unit and local government unit to give information to the Commission on request; and
        (3)    apply for, accept, and use grants or financial or other aid from a public or private source to accomplish the duties established in this part.
    (b)    At least annually, the Commission shall hold a hearing for public comments about the issues that are being studied by the Commission.
    (c)    (1)    The Commission may adopt rules governing the administration and proceedings of the Commission.
        (2)    A change to the sentencing guidelines requires adoption by a majority of the total number of members of the Commission.

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