This bill amends the Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure, specifically section 1 of chapter XI, to provide guidelines for probation eligibility and sentencing delays for defendants convicted of certain offenses. It stipulates that, except for serious crimes such as murder, treason, and armed robbery, a court may place a defendant on probation if it determines that the individual is unlikely to reoffend and that the public interest does not require the imposition of a penalty. Additionally, the bill introduces specific conditions under which a defendant may not receive a delay in sentencing, particularly if they have a history of domestic violence or assaultive crimes.

The bill also outlines the collection of supervision fees during any delay in sentencing, specifying amounts based on whether electronic monitoring is involved. It clarifies that individuals cannot be subject to multiple supervision fees simultaneously and allows for the waiver of fees if the individual is deemed indigent. Furthermore, the bill defines terms such as "assaultive crime," "electronic monitoring device," and "interpersonal violence" to ensure clarity in its application. The amendments are set to take effect 90 days after the bill is enacted into law.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 771.1