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MI HB5388
Bill
Status
12/16/2025
Primary Sponsor
Bradley Slagh
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AI Summary
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Expands the legal definition of "self-defense spray or foam device" to include solutions containing up to 8% chlorobenzylidene malononitrile and 1% nonenamide (CS gas compounds)
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Authorizes law enforcement employees (those authorized by county sheriff or chief of police) to carry and use self-defense devices containing the newly added CS gas formula while performing official duties
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Permits civilians to use self-defense spray devices containing the new CS gas formula for protection of persons or property in circumstances that would justify physical force
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Maintains existing penalties: misdemeanor with up to 2 years imprisonment and/or $2,000 fine for improper use; up to 90 days imprisonment and/or $500 fine for selling to minors
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Takes effect 90 days after enactment
Legislative Description
Weapons: other; definition of self-defense spray; expand to allow to be dispensed through a cartridge or projectile. Amends sec. 224d of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.224d).
Weapons: other
Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 12/16/2025
12/17/2025