MI SB0861

Establishes eligibility criteria for prisoner placement in special alternative incarceration units, including minimum sentence limits of 24 months for occupied dwelling violations and 36 months for other crimes.

Requires the Department of Corrections to assess eligibility before prisoners leave the reception center and obtain sentencing judge approval before placement, with 30-day notification to judges, prosecutors, and crime victims.

Mandates prisoners complete 90-120 days of program participation with validated risk assessments, community service provider interaction, discharge planning, and follow-up services.

Requires parole board to place program completers on parole for at least 18 months or the balance of minimum sentence (whichever is greater) with 120 days of intensive supervision.

Directs the Department of Corrections to report annually to the legislature on program impact and recidivism, and contract for third-party evaluations of program implementation and success metrics.