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HB 6113

Crimes: other; tampering with evidence by law enforcement officer with specific intent; prohibit, and provide penalties. Amends sec. 483a of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.483a).

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by Abraham Aiyash and 2 co-sponsors

Michigan bill criminalizes evidence tampering by law enforcement with specific criminal penalties for police misconduct, establishing distinct accountability for intentional evidence manipulation.

referred to second reading
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Bill Summary · HB 6113

Legislative bill overview

HB 6113 amends Michigan's evidence tampering law to specifically criminalize law enforcement officers who intentionally tamper with evidence. The bill creates a distinct offense for police misconduct in this area, with dedicated penalties separate from the general evidence tampering statute.

Why is this important

Evidence tampering by law enforcement undermines criminal investigations, court proceedings, and public trust in the justice system. By creating a specific offense targeting police misconduct, the bill establishes explicit accountability for officers who manipulate, destroy, or alter evidence—actions that can lead to wrongful convictions or case dismissals.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition precision: The bill's language regarding "specific intent" may create litigation over whether negligent or reckless tampering by officers is covered, potentially limiting prosecutorial options
  • Enforcement mechanism: Critics may question whether existing oversight bodies have adequate resources and independence to investigate and prosecute fellow law enforcement officers effectively
  • Scope ambiguity: Unclear whether the statute applies only to intentional destruction or also covers negligent record-keeping, chain-of-custody failures, or documentation lapses by police

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

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