THE MICHIGAN PENAL CODE (EXCERPT) Act 328 of 1931
750.182a Falsification of school records; penalty; suspension of teacher's certificate. Sec. 182a.
Any officer or employee of a school district who shall wilfully falsify any record required to be kept under the provisions of Act No. 26 of the Public Acts of the First Extra Session of 1948, as amended, being sections 388.1 to 388.41, inclusive, of the Compiled Laws of 1948, or any other school law of this state, having a bearing on school aid, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not more than $2,500.00 or imprisonment in state prison for not more than 2 years, or both, in the discretion of the court. The teacher's certificate of any person who shall be convicted of wilfully falsifying any such record shall be suspended for a period of 5 years and for such additional period as the superintendent of public instruction may determine.
History: Add. 1953, Act 90, Imd. Eff. May 19, 1953
Understanding Michigan Penal Code 750.182a: Falsification of School Records
The Offense: Falsifying School Records
Michigan Penal Code 750.182a addresses the act of deliberately falsifying school records by an officer or employee of a school district. Specifically, it refers to records that are required to be maintained under Act No. 26 of the Public Acts of the First Extra Session of 1948, as amended, and other school laws related to school aid.
Criminal Consequences
Anyone found guilty of willfully falsifying the mentioned records will be charged with a misdemeanor. The court has the discretion to impose a fine of up to $2,500 or imprisonment in state prison for a maximum of 2 years. The severity of the punishment depends on the court's judgment.
Suspension of Teacher's Certificate
In addition to the criminal penalties, the law stipulates that the teacher's certificate of an individual convicted of willfully falsifying school records will be suspended. The suspension lasts for a mandatory period of 5 years. The superintendent of public instruction has the authority to extend this period as deemed necessary.
It's important to note that this summary provides a simplified explanation of Michigan Penal Code 750.182a. For a comprehensive understanding of the law and its implications, it is advisable to consult with a legal professional.