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HB 6157

Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; guidelines for crimes related to adultery; remove to reflect repeal. Amends sec. 16a, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.16a).

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by Emily Dievendorf and 3 co-sponsors

Michigan bill removes outdated sentencing guidelines for adultery crimes that were previously repealed, eliminating legal references to non-existent offenses.

bill electronically reproduced 11/26/2024
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Bill Summary · HB 6157

Legislative bill overview

HB 6157 proposes to remove sentencing guidelines related to adultery crimes from Michigan's criminal sentencing guidelines framework. The bill is a technical amendment that eliminates references to adultery-related offenses in Section 16a of the Michigan Penal Code, reflecting the prior repeal of adultery as a criminal offense.

Why is this important

This bill addresses a legal inconsistency where sentencing guidelines remained in statute even though the underlying crime had been repealed, creating potential confusion in the criminal justice system. The technical cleanup ensures Michigan's sentencing framework accurately reflects current criminal law and prevents prosecutors or judges from applying guidelines for crimes that no longer exist.

Potential points of contention

  • Symbolic concerns: Some may view the removal as a statement on morality law, though the underlying crime was already repealed; others may see it as straightforward legal housekeeping
  • Retroactive questions: Unclear whether this affects any existing convictions or sentences related to historical adultery cases
  • Scope of amendment: The bill's language focuses narrowly on one section; stakeholders may question whether other obsolete provisions require similar cleanup

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

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