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Door 6 · Bullying

Bullying law in Maryland: what the school must actually do

The enforceable sentences in Maryland's bullying law — deadlines where they exist, and the demand that works where they don't.

Maryland's truth table

Investigation deadline in law: none in statute.

Parent notice: Victim's parent within 3 business days; perpetrator's parent within 5 business days after the act is reported.

Victim transfer: No statutory transfer right.

Retaliation for reporting: prohibited by statute.

Source: Md. Educ. §7-424; §7-424.1

The five paper-trail moves + the written report

Rules checked October 2026 — every rule on this page is cited to its source. Verify day counts against your district's official calendar.