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MI HB5695

Bill

Status

Passed

12/31/2012

Primary Sponsor

Richard LeBlanc

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Origin

House of Representatives

96th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Amends sentencing guidelines in Michigan's criminal procedure law (1927 PA 175, MCL 777.16c) to establish classifications and sentencing ranges for arson-related felonies.

  • Categorizes arson offenses by class and severity: first degree arson (Class B, life sentence), second degree arson (Class D, 20 years), and third degree arson (Class E, 10 years).

  • Establishes sentencing guidelines for arson of insured property (Classes A, B, D ranging from life to 10 years depending on property type) and placing incendiary or explosive devices (Classes C, D, E ranging from 5 to 15 years based on damage amount and prior convictions).

  • Takes effect 90 days after enactment (April 3, 2013), contingent on simultaneous enactment of House Bills 5692, 5693, and 5694.

Legislative Description

Criminal procedure; sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for certain arson violations; enact. Amends sec. 16c, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.16c). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5692'12, HB 5693'12, HB 5694'12

Criminal procedure, sentencing guidelines

Last Action

Assigned Pa 534'12 2012 Addenda

12/31/2012

Committee Referrals

Judiciary5/29/2012

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