This bill amends the Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure by updating Section 16d of Chapter XVII, which pertains to the classification of certain felonies. The amendments include the addition of specific offenses related to domestic assault, aggravated domestic assault, and assaults against health professionals and medical volunteers. Notably, the bill introduces new classifications for various forms of assault, including those that result in bodily injury, serious impairment, or death, particularly in the context of assaults against pregnant individuals and health professionals.
Additionally, the bill specifies the maximum penalties associated with these offenses and outlines the conditions under which the amendments will take effect. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of related legislation, ensuring that the changes to the criminal procedure are aligned with broader legislative efforts. The bill aims to enhance the legal framework surrounding violent crimes, particularly those affecting vulnerable populations such as pregnant individuals and healthcare workers.
Statutes affected: House Introduced Bill: 777.16