2026 House Bill 5452

Criminal procedure: sentencing; sunset on certain costs that may be imposed upon criminal conviction; modify.

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 1k of chapter IX (MCL 769.1k), as amended by 2024 PA 38.

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House Bill No. 5452 permanently authorizes Michigan courts to impose certain trial-related costs on defendants, requires annual public reporting of these costs, and prohibits incarceration for nonpayment unless the defendant is able but unwilling to pay.

Introduced in the House

Jan. 15, 2026

Introduced by Rep. Sarah Lightner (R-45)

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary