Michigan § 750.233 - Pointing or aiming firearm at another person; misdemeanor; penalty; exception; "peace officer defined."
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§ 750.233. Pointing or aiming firearm at another person; misdemeanor; penalty; exception; "peace officer defined."
(1) A person who intentionally but without malice points or aims a firearm at or toward another person is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 93 days or a fine of not more than $500.00, or both.
(2) This section does not apply to a peace officer of this state or another state, or of a local unit of government of this state or another state, or of the United States, performing his or her duties as a peace officer. As used in this section, "peace officer" means that term as defined in section 215.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 750.233 cover?
Section 750.233 ("Pointing or aiming firearm at another person; misdemeanor; penalty; exception; "peace officer defined."") 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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