THE MICHIGAN PENAL CODE (EXCERPT) Act 328 of 1931
750.227f Committing or attempting to commit crime involving violent act or threat of violent act against another person while wearing body armor as felony; penalty; consecutive term of imprisonment; exception; definitions. Sec. 227f.
(1) Except as provided in subsection (2), an individual who commits or attempts to commit a crime that involves a violent act or a threat of a violent act against another person while wearing body armor is guilty of a felony, punishable by imprisonment for not more than 4 years, or a fine of not more than $2,000.00, or both. A term of imprisonment imposed for violating this section may be served consecutively to any term of imprisonment imposed for the crime committed or attempted. (2) Subsection (1) does not apply to either of the following: (a) A peace officer of this state or another state, or of a local unit of government of this state or another state, or of the United States, performing his or her duties as a peace officer while on or off a scheduled work shift as a peace officer. (b) A security officer performing his or her duties as a security officer while on a scheduled work shift as a security officer. (3) As used in this section: (a) "Body armor" means clothing or a device designed or intended to protect an individual's body or a portion of an individual's body from injury caused by a firearm. (b) "Security officer" means an individual lawfully employed to physically protect another individual or to physically protect the property of another person.
History: Add. 1990, Act 321, Eff. Mar. 28, 1991 ;-- Am. 1992, Act 218, Imd. Eff. Oct. 13, 1992 ;-- Am. 1996, Act 163, Imd. Eff. Apr. 11, 1996 ;-- Am. 2000, Act 226, Eff. Oct. 1, 2000
Understanding Michigan's Laws on Committing Crimes While Wearing Body Armor
We are looking at an excerpt from the Michigan Penal Code, Act 328 of 1931, Section 227f. This section focuses on the conditions and penalties for committing or attempting to commit a crime involving violent acts or threats while wearing body armor.
Committing or Attempting to Commit Violent Crimes While Wearing Body Armor
In Michigan, it's considered a felony if an individual commits or attempts to commit a crime that involves a violent act or a threat of a violent act against another person while wearing body armor. Violation of this law can lead to:
- Imprisonment for not more than four years,
- A fine of not more than $2000,
- Or both imprisonment and a fine.
It's important to note that the prison sentence for this crime can be served consecutively to any sentence given for the original crime committed or attempted. This means the sentence for wearing body armor during the commission of a crime is additional to the punishment for the crime itself.
Exceptions
There are exceptions to this law. It does not apply to:
- A peace officer of this state or another state, or of a local unit of government of this state or another state, or of the United States, performing their duties as a peace officer, whether on or off a scheduled work shift.
- A security officer performing their duties while on a scheduled work shift.
Definitions
Within the context of this law, the following definitions are applied:
- "Body armor" refers to clothing or a device designed or intended to protect an individual's body or a portion of the individual's body from injury caused by a firearm.
- "Security officer" refers to an individual lawfully employed to physically protect another individual or to physically protect the property of another person.
Firearm and body armor owners need to be aware of these regulations to prevent unintentional violations. However, as laws may change over time and specific circumstances can vary, always consult a legal professional for advice related to your specific situation.