HB 5409
Crime victims: compensation; crime victim compensation for certain pet expenses; provide for. Amends sec. 11 of 1976 PA 223 (MCL 18.361).
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Bill overview
This bill amends Michigan law to allow crime victims to receive compensation for certain pet-related expenses incurred as a result of a crime. Specifically, it provides for reimbursement of costs associated with relocation, temporary boarding, veterinary care, and other expenses related to the victim's pet, up to specified limits. The bill also clarifies and expands the types of expenses covered under victim compensation, including those related to security measures and accessibility equipment.
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