SB0256

Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for tampering with utility shutoff to residence; amend to reflect decriminalization of certain acts. Amends secs. 16o & 16s, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.16o & 777.16s). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0255'25

Introduced·4/23/25
Introduced Text

Amends Michigan sentencing guidelines for tampering with utility shutoff to residence, reflecting decriminalization of certain acts.

This bill amends Michigan's sentencing guidelines for tampering with utility shutoff to a residence, reflecting the decriminalization of certain acts. It modifies sections 16o and 16s of chapter XVII of 1927 PA 175, specifically addressing the classification and penalties for tampering with utility equipment or infrastructure. The changes take effect 90 days after enactment, contingent on the passage of Senate Bill No. 255.

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Roll Call Votes

Reported Favorably Without Amendment 11/4/2025

9 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Nov 4, 2025

12:00 PM

Senate Housing and Human Services

Oct 28, 2025

12:00 PM

Senate Housing and Human Services

History

Nov 5, 2025

Senate

Reported Favorably Without Amendment 11/4/2025

Nov 5, 2025

Senate

Referred To Committee Of The Whole

May 6, 2025

Senate

Senate Co-sponsor(s) Named: Jeremy Moss