HB4535

Courts: other; eligibility for mental health court; modify. Amends sec. 1093 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.1093). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4532'25, HB 4533'25

Introduced·6/3/25
Introduced Text

Michigan HB4535 modifies eligibility criteria for mental health courts, specifying conditions for admission and exclusion.

Michigan HB4535 amends the eligibility criteria for mental health courts, allowing admission for individuals with certain criminal histories or special circumstances, while excluding those charged with first-degree murder or criminal sexual conduct. The bill mandates a preadmission screening and evaluation assessment, including a criminal history review and mental health assessment, to determine eligibility. Admission is at the court's discretion, and the information obtained is confidential and exempt from disclosure under the freedom of information act.

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History

Jun 4, 2025

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 06/03/2025

Jun 3, 2025

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Kara Hope

Jun 3, 2025

House

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