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Maryland Anti-Bullying Laws & Policies

What term is used in the Maryland anti-bullying laws?

Bullying, harassment, or intimidation.

Do these laws cover cyberbullying?

Yes.  

What groups are listed under Maryland state law?

The groups listed under Maryland state law include:

• Race
• National origin
• Marital status
• Sex
• Sexual orientation
• Gender identity
• Religion
• Ancestry
• Physical attribute
• Socioeconomic status
• Familial status
• Physical or mental ability or disability

Schools that receive federal funding are required by federal law to address discrimination on a number of different personal characteristics. Find out when bullying may be a civil rights violation.

Is there a state model policy I can use to create anti-bullying policies at my school or district?

A state model policy is available at the Maryland Department of Education .

Which of the key components can be found in Maryland anti-bullying laws and policies?

NOTE: Click on the Key Components links to get more information about that component.

What are the Maryland state laws that cover bullying?

• Maryland Code Annotated, Education §7-424 – Reporting incidents of harassment or intimidation against students 
• Maryland Code Annotated, Education §7-424.1 – Model policy prohibiting bullying, harassment and intimidation 
• Maryland Code Annotated, Criminal §3-805 – Misuse of electronic mail 
• Code of Maryland State Board of Education Regulation §13A.01.04.03 – School Safety 

For More Information

See “Bullying Prevention ” from the Maryland Department of Education.
Information for this page was developed from “Analysis of State Bullying Laws and Policies – December 2011” (U.S. Department of Education).