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MI HB5881
Bill
Status
6/27/2024
Primary Sponsor
Rachel Hood
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AI Summary
HB 5881 Summary
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Amends section 13g of the Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure to add sentencing guidelines for watercraft-related felonies under Chapter 324 of the Michigan Compiled Laws.
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Establishes Class D felony for anchoring in straits (MCL 324.78402) with maximum sentence of 4 years.
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Establishes Class D felony for pilotless navigation in straits (MCL 324.78404) with maximum sentence of 4 years.
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Adds sentencing guidelines for various vessel operation offenses including operating under the influence causing death (Class C, 15 years) or serious impairment (Class E, 5 years).
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Includes similar offense guidelines for ORVs and snowmobiles operating under the influence or impaired with varying maximum sentences from 2 to 15 years depending on offense severity and consequences.
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Tied to enactment of HB 5880 or Senate Bill 5880 of the 102nd Legislature.
Legislative Description
Watercraft: traffic control; requirement for maritime pilot and prohibition of anchors in Straits of Mackinac; provide sentencing guidelines for violation of. Amends sec. 13g of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.13g). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5880'24
Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines
Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 06/27/2024
7/30/2024