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HB 6282

Animals: animal shelters; cross-references to 1969 PA 287 in Michigan penal code; update. Amends sec. 49 of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.49).

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by Phil Skaggs

Michigan bill corrects outdated legal cross-references in animal-related criminal statute to ensure proper enforcement of existing animal shelter regulations.

bill electronically reproduced 12/10/2024
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Bill Summary · HB 6282

Legislative bill overview

HB 6282 updates cross-references in Michigan's penal code (specifically MCL 750.49) to align with the 1969 PA 287 animal shelter law. This is a technical correction bill that ensures outdated or broken references in criminal statutes properly point to current animal shelter regulations.

Why is this important

Cross-reference errors in statutory law can create confusion during prosecution, reduce legal clarity, and potentially undermine enforcement of animal welfare protections. Correcting these references ensures law enforcement and prosecutors can properly apply penalties related to animal shelter violations without legal ambiguity.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope unclear from bill title: The summary doesn't specify what conduct MCL 750.49 actually criminalizes, making it difficult to assess broader implications
  • Possible substantive changes disguised as technical: "Updates" to cross-references could theoretically alter penalties or applicability if the referenced statute has changed since 1969
  • Limited public notice: Technical bills sometimes pass with minimal scrutiny, though this one appears straightforward

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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