The bill amends Section 2950 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961 to strengthen the provisions surrounding personal protection orders (PPOs) in Michigan. Key enhancements include the introduction of new subsections that allow individuals, including minors who are victims of sexual assault, to petition for a PPO under expanded circumstances. The bill clarifies the roles of the court and law enforcement in issuing, serving, and enforcing these orders, ensuring they are effective and immediately enforceable statewide. Additionally, it allows petitioners to keep their residential addresses confidential while providing a mailing address and mandates that courts provide written explanations for any denied PPO requests.

Further procedural updates include the specification that a PPO is enforceable by any law enforcement agency that has received a true copy of the order. If the restrained individual has not been served, law enforcement is required to serve them with a true copy and inform them of the order's existence and the specific conduct prohibited. The bill also establishes that non-compliance with a PPO can result in immediate custodial arrest, while allowing for compliance opportunities if the individual was not previously notified. It introduces new definitions regarding PPO issuance, particularly for minors, and clarifies conditions for including animals in PPOs. Overall, these amendments aim to enhance the clarity and effectiveness of personal protection orders in Michigan.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (H-1): 600.2950
Substitute (H-3): 600.2950
House Introduced Bill: 600.2559, 600.2950
As Passed by the House: 600.2950