MI HB5225

Increases penalties for intentionally discharging a firearm at a dwelling or potentially occupied structure from 10 years to up to 30 years imprisonment and $30,000 fine if the victim is a minor.

Creates enhanced penalties for causing physical injury: up to 15 years imprisonment and $15,000 fine for any individual, or up to 30 years and $30,000 fine if victim is a minor.

Establishes enhanced penalties for serious bodily impairment: up to 20 years imprisonment and $25,000 fine for any individual, or up to 40 years and $50,000 fine if victim is a minor.

Mandates life imprisonment without parole (with limited exceptions) if the offense causes the death of a minor, or life imprisonment with eligibility for parole if death occurs to any other individual.

Maintains existing exemptions for peace officers acting in official capacity and individuals acting in self-defense or defense of others; takes effect 90 days after enactment and is titled "Messiah's Law".