Bill > HB4525

This bill amends sections of Michigan law to modify the eligibility requirements and admissions process for drug treatment courts. Key provisions include: 1) Violent offenders may be admitted to drug treatment courts with the consent of the judge, prosecutor, and any known victim, but individuals charged with or previously convicted of first-degree murder, certain sex crimes, or child sexually abusive activity are ineligible. 2) Detailed preadmission screening and evaluation requirements are established, including reviews of the individual's criminal history, risk assessment, substance abuse history, and special needs. 3) The court must make specific findings on the record before admitting an individual, including that they are appropriate for the program, understand the requirements, and do not pose an unwarranted risk to public safety. 4) The bill also allows individuals assigned "youthful trainee" status or having criminal proceedings deferred and placed on probation to be eligible for drug treatment court. The bill takes effect 90 days after being enacted into law.