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750.200j – Additional unlawful acts; penalties | Michigan Law

Michigan law 750.200j criminalizes the unlawful use of irritants and devices, with penalties escalating based on harm caused, including life sentences for fatalities.

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750.200j – Additional unlawful acts; penalties

Michigan Penal Code § 750.200j

Summary

Michigan Penal Code Section 750.200j prohibits manufacturing, delivering, possessing, or using certain chemical irritants, smoke devices, or imitation harmful substances for unlawful purposes. Violations are classified as felonies with penalties increasing based on the severity of harm caused, from up to 5 years in prison to life imprisonment for causing death.

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In simple terms: Michigan law 750.200j criminalizes the unlawful use of irritants and devices, with penalties escalating based on harm caused, including life sentences for fatalities.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.