Bill > HB5027

This bill amends Section 234b of the Michigan Penal Code to increase the penalties for intentionally discharging a firearm from a vehicle or at a dwelling or potentially occupied structure. Key provisions include: - Increasing the maximum sentence from 10 years to 15 years if the discharge causes physical injury, and up to 30 years if the victim is a minor. - Increasing the maximum sentence from 20 years to 40 years if the discharge causes serious impairment of a body function, and up to life without parole if the victim is a minor and dies. - Exempting peace officers and individuals acting in self-defense from the increased penalties. - Allowing consecutive sentences for violations of this section and other related crimes. - Defining key terms such as "dwelling" and "potentially occupied structure". - The bill takes effect 90 days after enactment and is titled "Messiah's Law".