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MI HB4314

Bill

Status

Passed

3/16/2016

Primary Sponsor

Samir Singh

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Origin

House of Representatives

98th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Establishes criminal penalties for moving violations that cause death: misdemeanor punishable by up to 1 year imprisonment or fine up to $2,000, or both

  • Establishes criminal penalties for moving violations that cause serious impairment of body function: misdemeanor punishable by up to 93 days imprisonment or fine up to $500, or both

  • Applies to moving violations committed while operating a vehicle on highways, public areas, or designated parking areas

  • Defines "moving violation" as prohibited acts under Michigan vehicle law or local ordinances involving motor vehicle operation where fines may be assessed

  • Became effective June 13, 2016 (90 days after March 15, 2016 approval)

Legislative Description

Traffic control; violations; operation of a motor vehicle on property open to public in a manner that would be a moving violation if on public property causing death or serious impairment of a body function; prohibit, and provide penalties. Amends sec. 601d of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.601d).

Traffic control: traffic regulation

Last Action

Assigned Pa 46'16 With Immediate Effect

3/16/2016

Committee Referrals

Judiciary6/18/2015
Criminal Justice3/5/2015

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