2008 Senate Bill 1515 / Public Act 319

Increase penalty for unlicensed engineer, surveyor or architect

Introduced in the Senate

Sept. 18, 2008

Introduced by Sen. Alan Sanborn (R-11)

To increase the penalties for an unlicensed engineer, surveyor or architect to up to 93 days in jail and a fine of at least $5,000 and up to $25,000, with more serious penalties for second offences or if the unlicensed practice leads to the death or injury of another.

Referred to the Committee on Economic Development and Regulatory Reform

Oct. 2, 2008

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

Nov. 5, 2008

Passed in the Senate 38 to 0 (details)

To increase the penalties for an unlicensed engineer, surveyor or architect to up to 93 days in jail and a fine of at least $5,000 and up to $25,000, with more serious penalties for second offences or if the unlicensed practice leads to the death or injury of another. A person engaging in residential building design would be exempt.

Received in the House

Nov. 6, 2008

Referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform

Nov. 13, 2008

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

Passed in the House 65 to 35 (details)

To increase the penalties for an unlicensed engineer, surveyor or architect to up to 93 days in jail and a fine of at least $5,000 and up to $25,000, with more serious penalties for second offences or if the unlicensed practice leads to the death or injury of another. A person engaging in residential building design would be exempt.

Signed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm

Dec. 17, 2008