Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for violations of the virtual currency kiosk prevention act; provide for. Amends sec. 14h, ch XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.14h). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6077'26

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tom Kuhn and 2 co-sponsors

The bill changes Michigan’s sentencing guidelines for violations of the virtual currency kiosk prevention act, affecting how sentences are determined and standardized.

bill electronically reproduced 06/11/2026

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Summary of HB 6078 (2025-2026) – Michigan

Purpose and intent

HB 6078 proposes to amend the sentencing guidelines within Michigan’s Code of Criminal Procedure. Specifically, it targets section 14h of Chapter XVII (MCL 777.14h), which governs sentencing guidelines for certain offenses.

The bill is tied to HB 6077 (as indicated by the tie bar), suggesting coordinated or complementary changes between the two measures.

What the bill would change

Amendments to MCL 777.14h: The exact textual changes are not provided in the summary, but the bill would modify the sentencing guidelines for violations related to the “virtual currency kiosk prevention act.” This indicates a focus on offenses involving virtual currency kiosks, which may encompass illegal activities such as fraud, theft, or other prohibited conduct using such kiosks.

The amendments would adjust how sentences are determined for violations of the act, potentially altering:

Offense severity categorization
Quantities or value thresholds for enhanced penalties
Mandatory minimums or presumptive sentencing ranges
Factors that must be considered by judges when imposing sentences (mitigating/aggravating circumstances)

The changes are framed as “sentencing guidelines for violations of the virtual currency kiosk prevention act,” which suggests alignment with the state’s broader guidelines rather than creating new offense classifications.

Who or what would be affected

Offenders convicted of violations of the virtual currency kiosk prevention act in Michigan.

Courts and judges responsible for applying the sentencing guidelines under Chapter XVII.

Potentially law enforcement, prosecutors, and defense attorneys who handle cases involving virtual currency kiosks, as sentencing expectations would be updated.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Introduction and scope:

Introduced June 11, 2026 by Representative Curtis VanderWall.
Co-sponsored by Tom Kuhn, Mark Tisdel, and Curt VanderWall.

Referral and process:

Referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform (June 11, 2026).

Action history notes:

Bill electronically reproduced on June 16, 2026 (reflecting the latest formal processing step).

Tie bar:

The bill is tied to HB 6077 ’26, indicating a companion or linked measure that may address related issues or provide complementary statutory changes.

Potential impacts to watch

Sentencing ranges: Depending on the exact changes to MCL 777.14h, offenders could face different presumptive ranges or guideline-driven penalties for virtual currency kiosk-related offenses.

Standardization: The bill could standardize how courts treat such offenses within the statewide sentencing framework, reducing or clarifying sentencing disparities.

Implementation: Courts may need guidance or updates in the near term to apply new guidelines consistently, including training for judges and updates to sentencing worksheets.

Note: The precise textual amendments (percentages, ranges, or specific criterion changes) are not provided in the summary you shared. For a complete understanding of the exact changes to sentencing guidelines, the bill’s full legislative text and any accompanying fiscal/impact statements should be reviewed.