Decriminalizes restoring water service after shutoff due to non-payment, with certain conditions.

This bill amends Michigan's criminal procedure laws to decriminalize the act of restoring water service to a residence after a shutoff due to non-payment, provided no metering or backflow prevention devices are damaged. A first offense results in a state civil infraction with a maximum of 25 hours of community service. Subsequent offenses may incur fines up to $500 and additional community service hours. The bill also mandates referral to water assistance programs for those cited under these provisions.

Decriminalizes restoring water service after shutoff due to non-payment, with certain conditions.

This bill amends Michigan's criminal procedure laws to decriminalize the act of restoring water service to a residence after a shutoff due to non-payment, provided no metering or backflow prevention devices are damaged. A first offense results in a state civil infraction with a maximum of 25 hours of community service. Subsequent offenses may incur fines up to $500 and additional community service hours. The bill also mandates referral to water assistance programs for those cited under these provisions.