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HB 4718 - Prohibits the Use of the "Gay Panic Defense" to Justify Assault Crimes - Michigan Key Vote

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Title: Prohibits the Use of the "Gay Panic Defense" to Justify Assault Crimes

Signed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer


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Title: Prohibits the Use of the "Gay Panic Defense" to Justify Assault Crimes

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits the use of the "gay panic defense" to justify assault crimes in Michigan.

Highlights:

  • Prohibits individuals from claiming in court that their use of force against another was justified after learning of that person’s actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity in Michigan (Sec. 21d).

  • Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall take effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor (Sec. 21d).

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Title: Prohibits the Use of the "Gay Panic Defense" to Justify Assault Crimes

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits the use of the "gay panic defense" to justify assault crimes in Michigan.

Highlights:

  • Prohibits individuals from claiming in court that their use of force against another was justified after learning of that person’s actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity in Michigan (Sec. 21d).

  • Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall take effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor (Sec. 21d).

Full Bill Text

Title: Prohibits the Use of the "Gay Panic Defense" to Justify Assault Crimes

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