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This bill amends the Sex Offenders Registration Act to modify several provisions related to sex offender registration requirements. The bill primarily focuses on clarifying and expanding procedures for individuals who may be required to register as sex offenders, particularly those with out-of-state or federal convictions. Key changes include creating a new process for individuals with out-of-state convictions to petition a circuit court to determine their registration obligations, with the court considering the similarity of the offense to registerable offenses in Michigan and whether the individual continues to be a threat to public safety. The bill also updates language to be gender-neutral, modifies registration periods for different tiers of offenders (with special provisions for offenses committed before July 1, 2011), and establishes a notification process for individuals who may need to register based on convictions in other states or under federal law. Additionally, the bill provides a mechanism for individuals to petition for removal from the sex offender registry under specific circumstances, including considerations of the nature of the original offense, time elapsed, and the individual's criminal history since the original conviction.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SB-0424