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Objection to Entry of the Consent Decree

United States vs. Maryland Department of State Police, Case No. 1:24-cv-2862-RDB United States District Court for the District of Maryland

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Do you want to object to the settlement between the United States and the Maryland Department of State Police? *
If you choose yes, you must complete the rest of this form. If you choose no, you do not need to submit this form. If you are interested in receiving a monetary award or priority hiring award, you will have a chance to submit a different form later on to express your interest. You only need to send in this objection form if you believe the settlement is unfair, unreasonable, or inadequate and you do not want the court to approve it.
Please provide your name and contact information. - page 2 of 7
What is your objection to the settlement? - page 3 of 7
Do you want to state your objection in person before the Judge at the Fairness Hearing? - page 4 of 7
There will be a Fairness Hearing held on March 10, 2025 at 11am at 101 West Lombard St., Courtroom 5D, Baltimore, MD 21201, where the Judge will consider all objections to the settlement. You do not need to speak in person at the Fairness Hearing—the Judge will consider your written objection either way—but if you would also like to state your objection in person, you can do that at the hearing. *
Are you represented by an attorney? - page 5 of 7
You do not need to be represented by an attorney to object to the settlement or to receive a monetary or priority hiring award. If you are represented by an attorney, we will communicate with you through your attorney. *
If you are represented by an attorney, please provide your attorney’s name and contact information below. If you are not represented by an attorney, leave the following fields blank. - page 6 of 7
I certify that the foregoing is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. By submitting an objection, you authorize the United States to share your objection with MDSP and the Court. - page 7 of 7

For your objection to be considered, it must be submitted by January 20, 2025.

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