THE MICHIGAN PENAL CODE (EXCERPT) Act 328 of 1931

750.81c Threats or assault against employee of family independence agency; violation; penalty; other conviction; §serious impairment of body function§ defined. Sec. 81c.

(1) A person who communicates to any person a threat that he or she will physically harm an individual who is an employee of the family independence agency and who does so because of the individual's status as an employee of that agency is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 1 year or a fine of not more than $1,000.00, or both. (2) Except as provided in subsection (3), a person who assaults or assaults and batters an individual while the individual is performing his or her duties as an employee of the family independence agency or because of the individual's status as an employee of that agency and causes the individual any physical injury is guilty of a felony punishable by imprisonment for not more than 2 years or a fine of not more than $1,000.00, or both. (3) A person who assaults or assaults and batters an individual while the individual is performing his or her duties as an employee of the family independence agency or because of the individual's status as an employee of that agency and causes the individual serious impairment of body function is guilty of a felony punishable by imprisonment for not more than 5 years or a fine of not less than $1,000.00 or more than $5,000.00, or both. (4) A conviction or sentence imposed for a violation of this section does not preclude a conviction or sentence for a violation of any other applicable law. (5) As used in this section, "serious impairment of body function" means that phrase as defined in section 625(5) of the Michigan vehicle code, 1949 PA 300, MCL 257.625.

History: Add. 2001, Act 22, Eff. Sept. 1, 2001 Popular Name: Lisa's Law Popular Name: Lisa's Act

Understanding Penalties for Threats and Assaults Against Family Independence Agency Employees: Section 750.81c of the Michigan Penal Code Simplified

Section 750.81c of the Michigan Penal Code outlines penalties for communicating threats or carrying out assaults against employees of the Family Independence Agency due to their employment status. Here's the simplified explanation:

1. Threats of Physical Harm: If a person communicates a threat to physically harm an employee of the Family Independence Agency because of their employment status, the person making the threat is guilty of a misdemeanor. The punishment for this offense is imprisonment for up to one year, a fine of up to $1,000, or both.
2. Assault Leading to Physical Injury: If a person assaults or assaults and batters an employee of the Family Independence Agency while they're performing their duties, and causes any physical injury, the person is guilty of a felony. This is applicable if the assault occurs due to the victim's employment status in the agency. The punishment for this offense is imprisonment for up to two years, a fine of up to $1,000, or both.
3. Assault Leading to Serious Impairment of Body Function: If a person assaults an employee of the Family Independence Agency, causing a serious impairment of body function while the employee is performing their duties or due to their employment status, the person is guilty of a felony. The punishment for this offense is imprisonment for up to five years, a fine between $1,000 and $5,000, or both.
4. Additional Convictions or Sentences: Being convicted or sentenced for a violation of this section does not prevent a conviction or sentence for a violation of any other applicable law.
5. Definition of Serious Impairment of Body Function: The phrase "serious impairment of body function" is defined as per section 625(5) of the Michigan vehicle code.

The Importance of Understanding Section 750.81c

This section of the penal code provides significant protections for employees of the Family Independence Agency. It sets penalties for threats and assaults against these workers, creating a safer work environment. Knowing these provisions can help individuals understand their rights and the consequences of threatening or assaulting employees of this agency.