Bill > HB4944

This bill amends the Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure to strengthen due process protections for individuals arrested without a warrant. The bill requires that each person arrested for an alleged criminal violation must be informed of their constitutional rights, specifically the right to remain silent, the right to have an attorney present during questioning, and a warning that any statements they make can be used against them in court. Additionally, the bill modifies the existing procedure for handling warrantless arrests by specifying that a peace officer must bring the arrested individual before a magistrate within 48 hours of the arrest (previously the language was less specific, using "without unnecessary delay"), and must present a complaint that states the charges against the individual. The bill replaces the term "person" with "individual" throughout the text, which appears to be a minor linguistic update. These changes aim to ensure more consistent and clear legal protections for individuals during the arrest and initial judicial processing stages.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4944