Industry May 12, 2026
Maryland Governor Signs Law to Keep Rap Out of Criminal Cases
The PACE Act limits when prosecutors can cite rap lyrics, a practice critics say stifles free speech and stokes racial bias.
Originally published by
Billboard
Maryland's governor has signed the PACE Act, a new law that restricts the use of rap lyrics by prosecutors in criminal cases. Critics argue that this practice stifles free speech and perpetuates racial bias. Originally reported by Billboard.