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MI HB5837
MI HB5837Criminal procedure: defenses; affirmative defense that individual committed a crime because the individual was a victim of human trafficking; establish. Amends 1927 PA 175 (MCL 760.1 - 777.69) by adding sec. 21d to ch. VIII.
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Introduced
06/25/2024
06/25/2024
In Committee
12/18/2024
12/18/2024
Crossed Over
12/11/2024
12/11/2024
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
102nd Legislature
Bill Summary
A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled"The code of criminal procedure,"(MCL 760.1 to 777.69) by adding section 21e to chapter VIII.
AI Summary
This bill establishes an affirmative defense in Michigan for individuals who have committed a felony or misdemeanor offense as a direct result of being a victim of human trafficking, as defined under the Michigan Penal Code. The individual bears the burden of proving this defense by a preponderance of the evidence. The bill takes effect 90 days after it is enacted into law.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs, Justice
Sponsors (19)
Matt Koleszar (D)*,
Kelly Breen (D),
Erin Byrnes (D),
Brenda Carter (D),
Betsy Coffia (D),
Jennifer Conlin (D),
John Fitzgerald (D),
Carol Glanville (D),
Jenn Hill (D),
Kara Hope (D),
Mike McFall (D),
Denise Mentzer (D),
Laurie Pohutsky (D),
Carrie Rheingans (D),
Julie Rogers (D),
Samantha Steckloff (D),
Regina Weiss (D),
Angela Witwer (D),
Mai Xiong (D),
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Government Operations (on 12/18/2024)
Bill Topics
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2024-HB-5837 | 06/25/2024 |
| BillText | https://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2023-2024/billengrossed/House/htm/2024-HEBH-5837.htm | 12/12/2024 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Summary as Introduced | https://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2023-2024/billanalysis/House/pdf/2023-HLA-5836-11DD41B0.pdf | 11/13/2024 |
| BillText | https://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2023-2024/billintroduced/House/htm/2024-HIB-5837.htm | 06/25/2024 |
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