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SB 336

Criminal procedure: warrants; execution of search warrants; modify. Amends sec. 6 of 1966 PA 189 (MCL 780.656).

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Sarah Anthony and 9 co-sponsors

SB 336 modifies Michigan search warrant execution procedures to adjust rules governing how law enforcement conducts property searches.

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Bill Summary · SB 336

Legislative bill overview

SB 336 modifies Michigan's search warrant execution procedures under the Criminal Procedure Act of 1966. The bill amends Section 6 of MCL 780.656, which governs the rules and limitations for how law enforcement executes search warrants. The specific amendments are not detailed in the available legislative record, but the bill focuses on refining warrant execution protocols.

Why is this important

Search warrant execution directly affects citizens' Fourth Amendment protections against unreasonable searches. Changes to these procedures can impact police conduct during home and property searches, potentially affecting officer safety protocols, notification requirements, timing restrictions, or use-of-force guidelines. The bill's favorable committee report suggests stakeholders across the political spectrum found the modifications acceptable.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of amendments unclear: The legislative summary doesn't specify what procedural changes are being made, making it difficult to assess whether protections are being strengthened or weakened
  • Law enforcement vs. civil liberties balance: Any warrant execution modifications involve tension between officer safety/investigative effectiveness and protecting residents from overly intrusive searches
  • Implementation consistency: Changes to warrant procedures require clear guidance to ensure uniform application across Michigan's diverse law enforcement agencies

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

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