INCREASE PENALTIES FOR FAILURE TO REPORT CHILD ABUSE
House Bill 5009
Sponsor: Rep. Mary Ann Middaugh
Committee: Family and Children Services
Complete to 8-27-01
A SUMMARY OF HOUSE BILL 5009 AS INTRODUCED 7-10-01
Under the Child Protection Law (MCL 722.633), a person who is required by law to report suspected child abuse or neglect and who fails to do so is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by imprisonment for up to 93 days, a fine of $100, or both. House Bill 5009 would increase the penalties to 180 days' imprisonment and a $500 fine.
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This analysis was prepared by nonpartisan House staff for use by House members in their deliberations, and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent.