The R Street Institute Applauds Michigan's New 'Raise the Age' Law
November 01, 2019
November 01, 2019
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 -- The R Street Institute issued the following news release:
The R Street Institute welcomes yesterday's news that Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation to raise the age of criminal majority. This means that 17-year-olds will no longer automatically be treated as if they are adults in the state's justice system.
By passing this legislation, Michigan will improve public safety, more effectively use taxpayer dollars and most importantly, pro . . .
The R Street Institute welcomes yesterday's news that Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation to raise the age of criminal majority. This means that 17-year-olds will no longer automatically be treated as if they are adults in the state's justice system.
By passing this legislation, Michigan will improve public safety, more effectively use taxpayer dollars and most importantly, pro . . .