HB4404

Civil procedure: civil actions; immunity from civil action for individual who uses force in compliance with self-defense act; provide for. Amends secs. 2922b & 2922c of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2922b & 600.2922c).

Introduced·4/29/25
Introduced Text

Michigan HB4404 amends civil procedure to provide immunity from civil action for individuals using force in compliance with the self-defense act.

Michigan HB4404 amends sections 2922b and 2922c of the Michigan Compiled Laws to provide immunity from civil liability for individuals who use or threaten to use deadly or non-deadly force in self-defense or defense of another individual, in compliance with the self-defense act. The immunity applies to damages caused by the use or threatened use of such force. The bill also establishes a presumption of immunity if certain legal proceedings have not resulted in charges against the individual.

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History

Apr 30, 2025

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 04/29/2025

Apr 29, 2025

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. James Desana

Apr 29, 2025

House

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