The bill amends Section 81d of the Michigan Penal Code to enhance penalties for individuals who assault or endanger certain public service personnel while they are performing their duties. The amendments specify that an individual found guilty of such actions could face varying degrees of felony charges depending on the severity of the offense. For instance, if the assault results in bodily injury requiring medical attention, the penalty could be up to 4 years of imprisonment or a fine of $5,000. More severe consequences are outlined for actions causing serious impairment or death, with potential prison sentences of up to 15 and 20 years, respectively.

Additionally, the bill updates the definition of "person" to include a broader range of public service roles, such as firefighters, emergency medical personnel, and letter carriers, among others. It also clarifies the language used in the law by replacing gender-specific pronouns with neutral terms. The bill is set to take effect 90 days after being enacted into law.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 750.81