Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for tampering with utility shutoff to residence; amend to reflect decriminalization of certain acts. Amends secs. 16o & 16s, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.16o & 777.16s). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0255'25
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Overview
This bill amends Michigan criminal procedure laws to decriminalize certain acts related to tampering with utility shutoffs. Specifically, it modifies sentencing guidelines within chapters XVII and LXXV of the Michigan Compiled Laws, reflecting a shift away from treating these actions as criminal offenses. The changes primarily relate to offenses involving damage to utility equipment and certain food stamp fraud activities.
Key provisions
- Reduces penalties for damaging or using utility property in an amount under $500.
- Decriminalizes certain food stamp fraud offenses involving amounts under $250.
- Modifies sentencing guidelines for malicious destruction of utility equipment.
- Adjusts penalties for malicious destruction of property involving research facilities.
- Removes the criminalization of tampering with utility shutoffs.
- The bill is contingent on the passage of Senate Bill 255.
Who is affected
- Individuals accused of tampering with utility shutoffs
- Utility companies
- Residents and consumers of utility services
- Food stamp recipients
- Law enforcement agencies
Notable changes
- Decriminalizes acts previously considered felonies related to utility tampering.
- Alters sentencing guidelines for property crimes involving damage to utilities.
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