Michigan § 257.204b - Conviction of attempted violation; effect.
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§ 257.204b. Conviction of attempted violation; effect.
When assessing points, taking licensing or registration actions, or imposing other sanctions under this act for a conviction of an attempted violation of a law of this state, a local ordinance substantially corresponding to a law of this state, or a law of another state substantially corresponding to a law of this state, the secretary of state or the court shall treat the conviction the same as if it were a conviction for the completed offense.
The court shall impose a criminal penalty for a conviction of an attempted violation of this act or a local ordinance substantially corresponding to a provision of this act in the same manner as if the offense had been completed.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 257.204b
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 257.204b cover?
Section 257.204b ("Conviction of attempted violation; effect.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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