Criminal procedure: sentencing; mandatory sentencing for certain crimes regarding contraband in jails; require. Amends secs. 2, 2a, 3 & 5 of 1981 PA 7 (MCL 801.262 et seq.).

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It makes it a felony to bring or give weapons, cellular phones, alcoholic liquor or controlled substances into a jail, or for inmates to possess them, unless authorized. Violations carry fixed minimum sentences ranging from one year to life imprisonment, and seized phones must be donated to approved charities if not needed for prosecution. The changes apply to anyone who interacts with jail contraband, including staff, visitors and prisoners.

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