MI SB1554

Allows first-time offenders charged with assault (MCL 750.81 or 750.81a) where the victim is a spouse, former spouse, dating partner, child's other parent, or household member to defer prosecution and receive probation without entering a guilty plea, with consent of the accused and prosecutor.

Requires courts to check state police records before deferring proceedings to confirm the defendant has not previously been convicted of an assaultive crime or previously used this diversion option.

Permits probation conditions including mandatory counseling for violent behavior, no-contact orders, drug treatment court participation, and up to 12 months of jail time (or the maximum authorized for the offense if less than 12 months).

Mandates entry of guilt and normal sentencing if the defendant commits another assaultive crime, violates counseling orders, or violates no-contact orders during probation.

Upon successful completion of probation, the defendant receives discharge and dismissal without conviction, though state police retain nonpublic records; limits this option to one use per individual lifetime.