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.

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.