A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding section 409c.
House Bill No. 5740 seeks to amend the Michigan Penal Code by adding section 409c, which criminalizes various actions related to assisting aliens in entering, residing, or moving within the United States illegally. The bill specifies felony and misdemeanor charges for knowingly or recklessly aiding such individuals through means such as bringing them to non-designated entry points, transporting, concealing, or encouraging their illegal entry or residence. Penalties under this bill can include fines up to $20,000 and imprisonment ranging from 1 year to life, depending on the offense's severity and circumstances, including whether the actions were for commercial advantage, private financial gain, or resulted in endangering lives. There are exceptions for religious ministers or missionaries under certain conditions.
Co-sponsored by Reps.
Referred to the Committee on Government Operations
