Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for distribution of certain material; create. Amends sec. 17d, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.17d). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4938'25

HB 4939 amends Michigan's sentencing guidelines to specifically address the distribution of certain material by adding new provisions to the Code of Criminal Procedure (MCL 777.17d). The bill directly affects individuals convicted of distributing particular types of material, establishing new sentencing parameters for these offenses. Key provisions include creating distinct sentencing guidelines that would apply to cases involving the distribution of the specified material, moving beyond general sentencing rules. This change modifies how courts determine appropriate penalties for these specific distribution-related convictions. The bill was introduced in 2025 and referred to the Judiciary Committee for further review.