The Death Penalty in Michigan
How Michigan law treats death penalty, from the state code and official state agencies.
Short answer: Michigan does not have the death penalty. The Michigan Constitution states that no law shall be enacted providing for the penalty of death. Mich. Const. 1963, art. IV, §46
| Death penalty | Michigan does not have the death penalty. The Michigan Constitution states that no law shall be enacted providing for the penalty of death. Source: Mich. Const. 1963, art. IV, §46 |
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FAQ
Does Michigan have the death penalty?
Michigan does not have the death penalty. The Michigan Constitution states that no law shall be enacted providing for the penalty of death.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.