Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for assault and battery on certain vehicle operators and employees; provide for. Amends sec. 16d, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.16d).

This bill updates Michigan's sentencing guidelines to specify recommended prison terms for assaulting or obstructing certain public safety workers, including transit operators, utility employees, and law enforcement officers. It establishes specific sentencing categories based on the severity of the injury caused, ranging from minor offenses with a two-year maximum to serious assaults resulting in death with a maximum of life imprisonment. The legislation also clarifies sentencing ranges for domestic violence and assault against pregnant individuals, ensuring consistent penalties for these specific crimes. By modifying the Code of Criminal Procedure, the bill provides judges with clearer standards for determining appropriate sentences in cases involving these protected groups.