MI SB1460

Allows courts to defer prosecution and place on probation individuals under 18 years old who plead guilty or are found guilty of cyberbullying violations under MCL 750.411w(1)(a) or (b), provided they have no prior conviction for the same offense.

Requires court to consult with the Department of State Police to verify the accused has no previous conviction for cyberbullying and has not previously used this deferral provision before granting probation.

Probation conditions may include mandatory counseling regarding violent behavior, no-contact orders with named individuals, and possible jail time up to 30 days at court discretion, along with costs of counseling programs.

Requires entry of guilt adjudication if the accused commits another cyberbullying offense, violates counseling orders, or violates no-contact orders during the probation period.

Upon successful completion of probation terms, the court must discharge and dismiss the case without a guilt adjudication, and this dismissal does not count as a conviction; individuals may only receive one such discharge and dismissal in their lifetime.