MI SB0171

Establishes restitution values for individuals convicted of illegally killing, possessing, purchasing, or selling game and protected animals, ranging from $100-$1,500 per animal depending on species.

Requires additional restitution for antlered white-tailed deer of $1,000 plus $500 per point for 8-10 point deer or $750 per point for deer with 11 or more points.

Imposes hunting license suspensions for antlered white-tailed deer violations: 2 calendar years for first offense and 7 calendar years for subsequent offenses.

Directs courts to order forfeiture of restitution amounts upon conviction and allows installment payments; permits collection through judgment enforcement procedures if defendant defaults.

Requires forfeiture amounts be deposited with the county treasurer and ultimately placed in the state's game and fish protection account.