Modifies the definition of child abuse in Michigan law, detailing degrees of child abuse and related penalties.

Michigan SB0736 amends the definition of child abuse under state law, specifying various degrees of child abuse and their corresponding penalties. Child abuse in the first degree involves knowingly causing serious physical or mental harm to a child, or committing cruel acts, and is punishable by imprisonment for life or any term of years. Child abuse in the second degree includes omissions or reckless acts causing serious physical or mental harm, and is punishable by up to 5 years in prison for a subsequent offense.

Modifies the definition of child abuse in Michigan law, detailing degrees of child abuse and related penalties.

Michigan SB0736 amends the definition of child abuse under state law, specifying various degrees of child abuse and their corresponding penalties. Child abuse in the first degree involves knowingly causing serious physical or mental harm to a child, or committing cruel acts, and is punishable by imprisonment for life or any term of years. Child abuse in the second degree includes omissions or reckless acts causing serious physical or mental harm, and is punishable by up to 5 years in prison for a subsequent offense.