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This bill amends the Michigan Probate Code to make several technical and procedural changes related to court hearings and jury trials in juvenile court cases. The bill modifies provisions around court hearing procedures, including requirements for adjournments and continuances, which now must be based on good cause with specific factual findings on the record. It clarifies jury trial provisions, specifying that in most juvenile court hearings, a person can demand a 6-person jury, with a specific exception that jury trials are not allowed for supplemental petitions related to personal protection order violations. The bill also updates terminology, replacing references to the "family independence agency" with "department" and makes minor language adjustments such as changing "shall" to "must" in several sections. Additionally, the bill preserves existing provisions about allowing foster care review board members to attend hearings and provides guidelines for closing hearings to protect juvenile witnesses or victims. The amendments are set to take effect one year after enactment and are tied to the passage of another related bill (House Bill 4091). These changes aim to provide more clarity and consistency in juvenile court proceedings while maintaining protections for juveniles involved in the legal system.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4092