In People v. Powe, 679 N.W.2d 67 (Mich. 2004), the court declared the Tanner rule inapplicable to offenses punishable by imprisonment for "life or any term of years"—which included armed robbery.
Summary of this case from Washington v. McQuigginNo. 125309.
January 23, 2004. April 2, 2004.
Leave to Appeal Denied.
No. 125309; Court of Appeals No. 247445. Reconsideration denied.
In People v. Powe, 679 N.W.2d 67 (Mich. 2004), the court declared the Tanner rule inapplicable to offenses punishable by imprisonment for "life or any term of years"—which included armed robbery.
Summary of this case from Washington v. McQuigginFull title:IN RE ZD. (FAMILY INDEPENDENCE AGENCY v. DAVIS)
Court:Supreme Court of Michigan
Date published: Apr 2, 2004
The Michigan Supreme Court shifted course in 2004. In People v. Powe, 679 N.W.2d 67 (Mich. 2004), the court…
Sherman v. DavidsThe Tanner rule, however, does not apply if the maximum sentence is life imprisonment or "life or any term of…