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769.1h – Consecutive or concurrent sentence | Michigan Law

Michigan law mandates clear sentencing orders specifying consecutive or concurrent sentences, with procedures for objections and hearings.

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769.1h – Consecutive or concurrent sentence

Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure § 769.1h

Summary

Michigan law requires that sentencing judgments specify whether sentences are to run consecutively or concurrently. The law also mandates sharing the judgment with relevant parties and allows objections to the sentencing order. Courts must hold hearings if objections are filed to determine the proper sentence structure.

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In simple terms: Michigan law mandates clear sentencing orders specifying consecutive or concurrent sentences, with procedures for objections and hearings.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.