Zahra, J. This case presents the question whether scoring prior record variables (PRVs) when calculating a defendant’s recommended minimum sentence range under the statutory sentencing guidelines is improper when a defendant’s minimum and maximum sentences may be enhanced pursuant to MCL 333.7413(2). The sentence enhancement in MCL 333.7413(2) falls under the purview of MCL 777.21(4), and, therefore, the answer necessarily turns…
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