Bill > HB4690

This bill amends Michigan's criminal code to modify penalties for fleeing and eluding law enforcement, establishing a graduated sentencing structure with mandatory minimum jail times for different degrees of the offense. The bill introduces mandatory minimum sentences for each degree of fleeing and eluding, ranging from 30 days for fourth-degree to 5 years for first-degree offenses, which occur when the violation results in a death. Additionally, the bill specifies enhanced penalties for repeat offenders, such as those with prior convictions for similar offenses, and includes provisions for license suspension or revocation depending on the severity of the violation. The law applies to both motor vehicle and vessel operators who willfully fail to stop when directed by a uniformed police or conservation officer, with specific circumstances that can elevate the offense to higher degrees, such as causing a collision, operating in low-speed areas, or causing serious bodily impairment. The bill also clarifies that a conviction under this law can prevent simultaneous conviction under other related statutes and is named the "Lieutenant Donald Bezenah law." The amendments will take effect 90 days after enactment, contingent on the passage of a related House Bill.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4690