HB4690

Criminal procedure: sentencing; mandatory sentencing for certain crimes; require. Amends sec. 479a of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.479a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4691'25

Chamber Passed·10/22/25

Michigan HB4690 amends sentencing for fleeing and eluding law enforcement, introducing mandatory sentences.

Michigan HB4690 amends the state's criminal procedure by establishing mandatory sentencing for fleeing and eluding law enforcement officers. It introduces varying degrees of felony charges based on circumstances such as prior convictions and whether the violation results in death or serious injury. The bill also specifies penalties including fines and license suspensions or revocations. The amendment is named the "Lieutenant Donald Bezenah law" and will take effect 90 days after enactment.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 59–44 · Oct 22, 2025
Current
Civil Rights, Judiciary, And Public Safety Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

59 Yea

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44 Nay

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Calendar

Sep 24, 2025

10:30 AM

House Judiciary

Aug 27, 2025

10:30 AM

House Judiciary

History

Oct 28, 2025

Senate

Passed By House With Immediate Effect

Oct 28, 2025

Senate

Referred To Committee On Civil Rights, Judiciary, And Public Safety

Oct 22, 2025

House

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