Loading chat...
MI HB4478
Bill
Status
3/9/2021
Primary Sponsor
Diana Farrington
Click for details
AI Summary
-
Amends Michigan's sentencing guidelines (MCL 777.16g) to add four new felony offenses related to elder adult and vulnerable adult abuse under MCL 750.145s.
-
Creates sentencing classifications for: elder/vulnerable adult assault causing physical injury (Class F, 4-year maximum); assault causing serious impairment of body function (Class C, 15-year maximum); assault causing death (Class A, 25-year maximum); and unlawful restraint by violence, menace, fraud, or deceit (Class F, 4-year maximum).
-
Specifies that for violations of MCL 750.145d (using internet or computer to commit crimes), offense categorization and sentencing levels are determined based on the underlying offense.
-
Takes effect 90 days after enactment, contingent upon enactment of HB 4473 (tied legislation requirement).
Legislative Description
Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for elder adult abuse; provide for. Amends sec. 16g, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.16g). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4473'21
Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Judiciary
6/22/2021