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MI SB0588
Bill
AI Summary
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Adds Section 21d to Chapter VIII of the Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure (1927 PA 175).
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Establishes an affirmative defense for prosecutions under Chapter LXVII of the Michigan Penal Code (MCL 750.448 to 750.462), covering sexual offenses.
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Allows defendants to assert they committed the offense as a result of being or having been a victim of human trafficking.
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Ties the defense to human trafficking violations under Chapter LXVIIA of the Michigan Penal Code (MCL 750.462a to 750.462j).
Legislative Description
Criminal procedure; defenses; affirmative defense for victims of human trafficking; provide for in certain criminal prosecution. Amends 1927 PA 175 (MCL 760.1 - 777.69) by adding sec. 21d to ch. VIII.
Crime victims, other
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Criminal Justice
12/12/2013