MI SB0356

Amends MCL 600.4702 to specify what property is subject to seizure and forfeiture by local governments and the state for crimes

Allows forfeiture of personal property that is proceeds of a crime, substituted proceeds, or an instrumentality of a crime

Allows forfeiture of real property that is proceeds of a crime or substituted proceeds, except a primary residence of a spouse or dependent child unless they had prior knowledge and consented to the crime

Expands forfeiture eligibility for violations of MCL 750.49 and MCL 750.543a to 750.543z (animal fighting laws) to include property that contributed to, concealed, aided escape from, or concealed identity related to the crime

Property is exempt from seizure and forfeiture if the owner lacked prior knowledge and consent to the crime, or provided written notice to law enforcement and notice to quit to the person who committed the crime