Michigan HB5910 amends sentencing for fraud in social welfare assistance, imposing mandatory sentences for certain offenses.

Michigan HB5910 amends the Michigan social welfare act to establish mandatory sentencing for individuals who commit fraud in obtaining assistance or relief. If the amount involved is $500 or less, the offense is a misdemeanor; if more than $500, it is a felony. The bill also mandates the removal of any county, city, or district department of social welfare officer or employee who knowingly authorizes relief for ineligible individuals. The act includes provisions for recovering the amount involved, plus interest, from recipients convicted of fraud.

Michigan HB5910 amends sentencing for fraud in social welfare assistance, imposing mandatory sentences for certain offenses.

Michigan HB5910 amends the Michigan social welfare act to establish mandatory sentencing for individuals who commit fraud in obtaining assistance or relief. If the amount involved is $500 or less, the offense is a misdemeanor; if more than $500, it is a felony. The bill also mandates the removal of any county, city, or district department of social welfare officer or employee who knowingly authorizes relief for ineligible individuals. The act includes provisions for recovering the amount involved, plus interest, from recipients convicted of fraud.