Crimes: other; tampering with evidence by law enforcement officer with specific intent; prohibit, and provide penalties. Amends sec. 483a of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.483a).
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Overview
This bill prohibits law enforcement officers from tampering with evidence or hindering reporting of crimes. It specifically addresses actions like withholding testimony, preventing reporting, retaliating against reporters, and offering bribes to influence statements. The bill also prohibits altering or destroying evidence, particularly digital recordings from body-worn cameras, and making false offers of evidence in official proceedings. It establishes penalties ranging from misdemeanors to felonies depending on the severity of the offense.
Key provisions
- Prohibits law enforcement officers from withholding or refusing to produce evidence in court.
- Prohibits preventing or attempting to prevent reporting of crimes.
- Prohibits retaliating against individuals who report crimes.
- Prohibits offering value to influence statements to police.
- Prohibits tampering with evidence, including digital recordings from body-worn cameras.
- Prohibits offering false evidence in official proceedings.
- Addresses unlawful deactivation of body-worn cameras during excessive force.
- Establishes affirmative defense for lawful conduct intended to encourage truthful statements.
Who is affected
- Law enforcement officers
- Individuals reporting crimes
- Victims of crime
- Legal professionals
- Government agencies
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