Maryland AG Issues Updated Guidance for Law Enforcement Agencies ICE Cooperation

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Baltimore, MD – Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown has issued revised guidance for state and local law enforcement agencies concerning their interactions and collaborations with federal agents. This update, released by the Attorney General’s Office, incorporates recent changes in Maryland law, building upon previous guidance established in October 2025. The directive aims to ensure that all law enforcement bodies within the state are aware of and adhere to their legal responsibilities when working alongside federal authorities.

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Key among the revisions is the incorporation of Senate Bill 1, legislation mandating specific identification and face-covering protocols for law enforcement officers, which is slated to become effective on October 1, 2026. This bill introduces new requirements for how officers present themselves while on duty. Additionally, the updated guidance addresses the Community Trust Act, a law that took effect in May 2026 and specifically governs the utilization of state and local law enforcement resources for civil immigration enforcement purposes. This act defines the parameters within which local law enforcement can engage in immigration-related activities.

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The Attorney General’s Office has distributed this updated guidance to all state and local law enforcement agencies across Maryland. This proactive measure is intended to facilitate a clear understanding and consistent compliance with state legal obligations when engaging with federal law enforcement entities. The guidance document is publicly accessible on the Attorney General’s website, within the section dedicated to “Guidance on Rights and Protections under Maryland Law,” offering a resource for agencies seeking to remain informed about their legal duties. This latest issuance follows a prior revision last month to a memorandum specifically focusing on local enforcement of federal immigration law, which delved deeper into the specifics of the Community Trust Act.

Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from the Maryland Attorney General’s Office.

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