Most states have laws against aiding a suicide or assisted suicide. These laws are usually found in the state’s statutes, and sometimes in the state’s court opinions or case law (common law). The severity level of these crimes range from misdemeanors to felonies.
In Michigan, aiding, assisting, or causing another person to commit suicide is illegal and considered a felony. This is outlined in the Michigan Penal Code, specifically under Section 750.329, which prohibits the promotion of suicide. The law makes it clear that any person who assists or aids another person in attempting to take their own life can face serious legal consequences. The severity of the punishment can vary depending on the circumstances of the case, but it generally includes potential imprisonment and fines. Michigan does not have a Death with Dignity statute or any law that allows for medically assisted suicide, which means that all forms of assisted suicide are currently against the law in the state.