Criminal procedure: sentencing; sunset on certain costs that may be imposed upon criminal conviction; modify. Amends sec. 1k, ch. IX of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 769.1k).
Key claim: The bill would change the expiration date on a law that lets Michigan courts order people convicted of crimes to pay certain court costs.
Abstract
(HB5452 · 103rd Legislature) Criminal procedure: sentencing; sunset on certain costs that may be imposed upon criminal conviction; modify. Amends sec. 1k, ch. IX of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 769.1k). Sponsor: Rep. Sarah Lightner ® In committee: S Civil Rights, Judiciary, And Public Safety Latest vote: House Third Reading: Given Immediate Effect Roll Call #355 — 84-14 (passed, 2026-08-26) Latest action (2026-09-09): Referred To Committee On Civil Rights, Judiciary, And Public Safety
Why this matters
The bill would change the expiration date on a law that lets Michigan courts order people convicted of crimes to pay certain court costs.