2010 House Bill 6137 / Public Act 96

Repeal dueling crime

Introduced in the House

May 5, 2010

Introduced by Rep. Richard LeBlanc (D-18)

To repeal the statute enacted in 1931 creating a specific crime of “dueling.” Individuals could still be prosecuted for murder or attempted murder.

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary

May 19, 2010

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

May 25, 2010

Passed in the House 106 to 0 (details)

Received in the Senate

May 26, 2010

June 9, 2010

Passed in the Senate 37 to 0 (details)

To repeal the statute enacted in 1931 creating a specific crime of “dueling.” Individuals could still be prosecuted for murder or attempted murder.

Signed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm

June 22, 2010