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Michigan Supreme Court Weighs Juvenile Lifer Sentences as Prosecutors Push for Renewed Prison Terms
Michigan Supreme Court justices consider cases that could redefine sentencing for young people convicted of crimes, with prosecutors pushing for renewed prison terms while defense attorneys argue the court must establish clear sentencing boundaries.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
The Village Network of Battle Creek Dissolves After Directing $1.25 Million to BIPOC Organizations
The Village Network of Battle Creek announced its dissolution after directing $1.25 million to BIPOC-led organizations and entrepreneurs. Dr. Nakita Baylis credited community leadership for the success of the work.
May 12, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - court
Former Juvenile Lifer Richard Griffin Withdraws From Grand Rapids Commission Race After Failing Signature Threshold
Former juvenile lifer Richard Griffin has withdrawn his campaign for Grand Rapids City Commission after failing to collect the required nominating signatures. Griffin, who was sentenced to life in prison at age 16 in 1995, said his team learned valuable voter registration lessons during the campaign process.
April 24, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Michigan Supreme Court Weighs Juvenile Lifer Resentencing in Cases That Could Redefine Long-Term Sentences
Michigan Supreme Court hears two cases challenging whether lengthy prison terms for crimes committed as children violate the state constitution
April 14, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Michigan Supreme Court Weighs Whether 50-Year Prison Term Constitutes De Facto Life Sentence for Juvenile Offender
The Michigan Supreme Court heard arguments in a case challenging whether a 50 to 75 year sentence for a 16-year-old offender violates the state constitution. The decision could reshape sentencing guidelines for dozens of juvenile offenders across Michigan.
April 13, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - courts
Michigan Supreme Court Weighs Whether Long Prison Terms for Juvenile Murderers Count as Life Sentences
Michigan Supreme Court hears oral arguments on whether long prison terms for juvenile murderers count as de facto life sentences under state constitution
April 10, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - courts
Michigan Supreme Court to Decide Whether 50-Year Sentence for Juvenile Murder Constitutes Life in Prison
The Michigan Supreme Court is weighing whether a 50-year prison term for a crime committed while the defendant was 16 constitutes a de facto life sentence. The court also decided on a separate case involving Fifth Amendment rights for juvenile resentencing.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Michigan Senate Passes Anti-Terrorism Bill to Clarify Threat Standards
Michigan Senate unanimously passes anti-terrorism bill clarifying threat standards to address constitutional concerns raised by courts
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Michigan Supreme Court Bans Civil Immigration Arrests at Courthouses
The Michigan Supreme Court adopted a rule banning civil immigration arrests at state and local courthouses to protect access to judicial proceedings, a move that aligns the state with New York, Connecticut and Illinois while drawing criticism from a dissenting Republican justice.
April 30, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel Announces Conviction of Fugitive Sexual Assault Offender in Northern Michigan Case
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced the extradition and conviction of a fugitive sexual assault offender who abused three Northern Michigan minors in the early 2000s. The case was resolved through Operation Survivor Justice, a collaborative program between the Attorney General's office, local prosecutors, and federal law enforcement.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source