The bill amends the Michigan Penal Code, specifically section 234d, to regulate firearm possession in various locations. It prohibits individuals from possessing firearms in places such as financial institutions, places of worship (including churches, synagogues, mosques, and temples), courts, theaters, sports arenas, child care centers, hospitals, and public libraries, unless permission is granted by the presiding officials or owners of these entities. Additionally, the bill outlines specific restrictions on firearm possession during election periods, including polling places and early voting sites, with exceptions for peace officers and individuals with permission to possess firearms on private property.

The bill also introduces new penalties for violations of these regulations. Instead of being classified as a misdemeanor, violations will now be treated as state civil infractions, with fines up to $500 for first offenses. Subsequent violations will escalate in severity, with a second violation resulting in a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $1,000, and a third or subsequent violation classified as a felony, carrying potential imprisonment and fines up to $5,000. This restructuring aims to enhance public safety while establishing clearer legal consequences for firearm possession in restricted areas.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 750.234