You Could Being Prosecuted Over This Household Risk in Michigan

There are some things you could be arrested and prosecuted for in Michigan that you may not be aware of. Some are astoundingly ridiculous, like a new policy in Bangor, Michigan, that allows the city to sue residents.

But one thing you could be prosecuted for is a law that went into effect last year and is a pretty logical policy aimed at protecting minors.

Recent Tragedy in Troy: What We Know

Late last week, a 9-year-old Michigan boy got a hold of an unsecured gun and accidentally shot himself in the head. According to police, he remains in critical condition after being rushed to the local hospital and raced into emergency surgery.

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According to the Troy Police Department, 'As this remains an active investigation, no further details are available at this time. Additional updates will be provided as information becomes available.'

Penalties for Failing to Secure Firearms

The child's mother was home at the time. And since Michigan's new gun safety law went into effect last year, she could face a felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison, a $7,500 fine, or both. Michigan's Public Act 17 of 2023 went into effect in February of 2024, mandating stiff penalties for Michiganders who have unsecured guns in homes where minors are present.

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Following the horrific incident in Troy, the Macomb County Sheriff Office is issuing a reminder that it's National Gun Storage Check Week.