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750.119 – Corruption of appraiser, receiver, trustee, administrator, executor, commissioner, auditor, juror, arbitrator, or referee by giving, offering, or promising gift or gratuity regarding pending matter; intent; penalties | Michigan Law

Learn about Michigan's law against corrupting court officials through gifts or gratuities, including penalties and legal implications.

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750.119 – Corruption of appraiser, receiver, trustee, administrator, executor, commissioner, auditor, juror, arbitrator, or referee by giving, offering, or promising gift or gratuity regarding pending matter; intent; penalties

Michigan Penal Code § 750.119

Summary

Michigan Penal Code Section 750.119 criminalizes offering gifts or gratuities to influence the judgment or decision of court-appointed officials like jurors, arbitrators, or trustees regarding pending matters. The law specifies penalties based on the severity of the violation, including fines and imprisonment. It also clarifies that other charges may apply concurrently with this offense.

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In simple terms: Learn about Michigan's law against corrupting court officials through gifts or gratuities, including penalties and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.