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MI HB5563
Bill
Status
7/18/2012
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Graves
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AI Summary
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Amends Michigan's criminal sentencing guidelines to add specific felony offenses related to child abuse, vulnerable adult abuse, and crimes committed using the internet or computer.
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Establishes sentencing classifications and maximum penalties for crimes including first degree child abuse (Class A, life sentence), second degree child abuse (Class B or C depending on offense history), and third degree child abuse (Class G, 2-year maximum).
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Adds sentencing guidelines for child abuse committed in the presence of another child, with penalties ranging from 2 to life imprisonment depending on degree and circumstances.
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Includes sentencing guidelines for vulnerable adult abuse offenses, with Class C through G classifications and maximum sentences ranging from 2 to 15 years.
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Takes effect July 1, 2012, contingent upon enactment of House Bill 5562 of the 96th Legislature.
Legislative Description
Criminal procedure; sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for crime of first degree and second degree child abuse; revise, and provide penalties for crimes involving the commission of child abuse in the presence of another child. Amends sec. 16g, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.16g). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5562'12
Criminal procedure, sentencing guidelines
Last Action
Assigned Pa 195'12 With Immediate Effect
7/18/2012