STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS FOR

CAMPAIGN FINANCE ACT VIOLATIONS

Senate Bill 1249 (S-1) as reported from House committee

Sponsor:  Sen. David Robertson

House Committee:  Elections and Ethics

Senate Committee:  Elections and Government Reform

Complete to 12-20-18

SUMMARY:

Senate Bill 1249 would amend the Code of Criminal Procedure to institute a statute of limitations for charging a person for a violation of the Michigan Campaign Finance Act. It would provide that an indictment for a violation could be found and filed within five years after the offense was committed. 

MCL 767.24

HOUSE COMMITTEE ACTION:

The House Committee on Elections and Ethics reported the Senate-passed version of the bill without amendment.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The bill would have no fiscal impact on the state or local units of government.

POSITIONS:

The Office of the Secretary of State indicated a neutral position on the bill. (12-19-18)

The Michigan Sierra Club indicated opposition to the bill. (12-19-18)

                                                                                        Legislative Analyst:   Jenny McInerney

                                                                                                Fiscal Analyst:   Michael Cnossen

■ This analysis was prepared by nonpartisan House Fiscal Agency staff for use by House members in their deliberations, and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent.