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MI SB0019
Bill
AI Summary
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Amends Michigan Penal Code section 169 to criminalize willful interruption or disturbance of religious assemblies held in buildings clearly identified as places of worship.
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Prohibits willful and physical obstruction of individuals entering or leaving religious buildings with intent to deny access to religious assemblies.
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Establishes misdemeanor penalties for first offense of imprisonment for up to 93 days, fine of up to $1,000, or up to 100 hours of community service.
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Increases penalties for repeat offenders to imprisonment for up to 93 days, fine of up to $5,000, or up to 200 hours of community service.
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Takes effect 90 days after enactment.
Legislative Description
Crimes; disorderly conduct; penalties for disrupting a religious service; increase. Amends sec. 169 of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.169).
Crimes, disorderly conduct
Last Action
Re-referred To Committee On Judiciary
6/12/2012