Increases penalties for violating the Travel Aids by Blind Persons Act in Michigan.
This bill amends the Travel Aids by Blind Persons Act in Michigan to increase penalties for violations. A driver who fails to take necessary precautions to avoid injuring a blind pedestrian using a cane, service animal, or walker faces a misdemeanor charge with potential imprisonment and fines. Grossly negligent actions causing injury or death to a blind pedestrian or their service animal result in harsher penalties, including felony charges. The bill also clarifies definitions and procedures for investigating and prosecuting these violations.
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