Crimes: animals; penalties for killing or causing serious physical harm to a police dog, police horse, or search and rescue dog; modify.

This bill amends Michigan's penal code to strengthen penalties for harming or interfering with police dogs, police horses, and search and rescue dogs. It specifically prohibits intentionally killing or causing serious physical harm to these animals, as well as causing any physical harm or harassing them while they are lawfully performing their duties. The legislation establishes felony charges with potential prison sentences and fines for killing or seriously injuring these animals, while lesser offenses like causing minor harm or harassment are classified as misdemeanors. These provisions apply to anyone who acts against these working animals, regardless of whether the perpetrator is also committing another crime at the time.