Sec. 3.
Except as provided in section 2, this act does not modify the common law of this state in existence on October 1, 2006 regarding the duty to retreat before using deadly force or force other than deadly force.
History: 2006, Act 309, Eff. Oct. 1, 2006
Structure Michigan Compiled Laws
Chapter 780 - Criminal Procedure
Act 309 of 2006 - Self-Defense Act (780.971 - 780.974)
Section 780.971 - Short Title.
Section 780.972 - Use of Deadly Force by Individual Not Engaged in Commission of Crime; Conditions.
Section 780.973 - Duty to Retreat; Effect of Act on Common Law.
Section 780.974 - Right to Use Deadly Force; Effect of Act on Common Law.