Under MCL 750.227b, what is required for a felony firearm charge?

The requirement for a felony firearm charge under MCL 750.227b is that an individual must be committing or attempting to commit a felony while armed with a firearm. This statute specifically addresses the enhancement of penalties for those who use firearms in the commission of felonies, recognizing the increased danger to public safety that arises when a firearm is present during the commission of a serious crime.

This charge emphasizes the relationship between the act of committing a felony and the presence of a firearm, which is a critical element in establishing the grounds for the felony firearm charge. The law is designed to deter individuals from carrying firearms while engaging in illegal activities, thereby reducing violence and improving overall community safety.

In contrast, other options do not meet the criteria for the charge. Possessing a firearm during lawful activities, simply having a firearm, or concealing it do not necessarily involve the element of committing or attempting to commit a felony, which is the core principle of the statute in question.