Weapons: firearms; sentencing guidelines; update. Amends sec. 11b, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.11b).

This bill updates Michigan's sentencing guidelines for specific crimes related to firearms and identity theft. It directly affects individuals charged with offenses such as using false information to obtain state IDs, selling forged identification cards, and failing to properly store firearms. The key provision adjusts the maximum prison sentences for these crimes based on the severity of the offense and whether it is a repeat violation. For example, the bill sets higher maximum penalties for third or subsequent offenses involving false statements on firearm applications or carrying concealed weapons in prohibited places. These changes aim to provide clearer and more consistent sentencing ranges for law enforcement and courts handling these specific cases.