2004 House Joint Resolution W

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Introduced in the House

Feb. 19, 2004

Introduced by Rep. Larry Julian (R-85)

To place before voters in the next general election a Constitutional amendment to establish the death penalty in Michigan for first degree murder convictions. The current Michigan Constitution specifically prohibits capital punishment.

Referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform

March 18, 2004

Substitute offered

The substitute passed by voice vote

Amendment offered by Rep. Leon Drolet (R-33)

To only allow executions in first degree murder cases where there was "absolute" certainty of the person's guilt, rather than "moral" certainty, or proof beyond a reasonable doubt.

The amendment passed by voice vote

Failed in the House 55 to 52 (details)

To place before voters in the next general election a Constitutional amendment to establish the death penalty in Michigan for first degree murder convictions where there is "absolute" certainty of the person's guilt. The current Michigan Constitution specifically prohibits capital punishment.

Received

Motion to reconsider by Rep. Larry Julian (R-85)

Consideration postponed

March 23, 2004

Referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform