The bill amends the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, specifically section 1093, to clarify the criteria for admission into mental health courts in Michigan. It establishes that admission is at the discretion of the court and is not a right of the individual. The bill specifies that violent offenders cannot be admitted without consent from the mental health court judge and the prosecuting attorney, in consultation with any known victim. Additionally, it outlines specific charges that disqualify individuals from admission, including first-degree murder and certain sexual offenses.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new provisions for individuals who may be admitted under specific circumstances, such as being assigned youthful trainee status or having criminal proceedings deferred. It mandates that individuals must complete a preadmission screening and evaluation assessment, which includes a review of their criminal history and mental health assessment. The bill also emphasizes the confidentiality of information obtained during the assessment process and allows the court to request criminal history information from the Department of State Police to determine eligibility for admission. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of two other specified bills from the 103rd Legislature.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 600.1093