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MI HB4521
MI HB4521Crimes: assaultive; penalties for certain kinds of assault; modify. Amends sec. 82 of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.82). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4520'23
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Introduced
05/04/2023
05/04/2023
In Committee
10/24/2023
10/24/2023
Crossed Over
06/27/2023
06/27/2023
Passed
11/02/2023
11/02/2023
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
12/31/2023
12/31/2023
Introduced Session
102nd Legislature
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled ?An act to revise, consolidate, codify, and add to the statutes relating to crimes; to define crimes and prescribe the penalties and remedies; to provide for restitution under certain circumstances; to provide for the competency of evidence at the trial of persons accused of crime; to provide immunity from prosecution for certain witnesses appearing at criminal trials; to provide for liability for damages; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts inconsistent with or contravening any of the provisions of this act,? by amending section 82 (MCL 750.82), as amended by 1994 PA 158.
AI Summary
This bill amends Michigan law to modify the penalties for certain types of assault. It increases the maximum fine for assaulting a health professional or medical volunteer from $2,000 to $4,000 if the assault occurs while the victim is performing their duties. It also establishes additional penalties, including up to 4 years in prison, 150 hours of community service, or a fine up to $6,000, for committing an assault with a dangerous weapon in a weapon-free school zone. The bill also requires healthcare facilities to post signs informing the public about the enhanced penalties for assaulting healthcare workers. This bill will take effect 90 days after being enacted, and is tied to the enactment of another bill, House Bill 4520.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Assigned Pa 272'23 (on 12/31/2023)
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