This section outlines the laws regarding trespassing on state correctional facilities in Michigan, including who can make arrests and what constitutes a 'state correctional facility.' It also covers procedures for recapturing escapees or rescued prisoners and the handling of weapons or incriminating articles during arrests. The law emphasizes authorized personnel's authority to arrest and the proper disposal of seized items.
Any employee of the Michigan Department of Corrections designated by the department's director has the authority to arrest trespassers at correctional facilities.
It includes facilities or institutions housing prisoners under the jurisdiction of the department of corrections, but excludes community corrections centers and residential homes.
Yes, pursuing personnel may use the same means authorized for an arrest to retake escapees or rescued prisoners.
Offensive weapons or incriminating articles found on the arrested person must be taken and delivered to the appropriate authorities, such as the sheriff or magistrate.