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Maryland Moves to Protect Rap Lyrics in Court

4/11/2026

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Story summary
  • Maryland is poised to pass the Protecting Artists’ Creative Expression (PACE) Act to limit rap lyrics as evidence.
  • The bill addresses bias highlighted by the Montague case, where rap lyrics were used against a defendant.
  • It would set standards for admitting creative works in court and protect artistic expression.
  • If enacted, Maryland would join California and Louisiana, with discussions underway in other states.