Governor Whitmer signed legislation on October 31 that would raise the age offenders could be tried as adults, going from 17 to 18 years old. Known as the Raise the Age bills, the bipartisan legislation features sponsored bills from both the House and the Senate. It includes youth rehabilitation and support for youth who encounter the criminal justice system.

“I’m proud that Michigan has joined 46 other states in ending the unjust practice of charging and punishing our children as adults when they make mistakes,” Governor Whitmer said in a press release. “These bills will strengthen the