HB 4758 Summary

• Amends the Sex Offenders Registration Act (1994 PA 295) to modify the definition of "convicted" to include individuals found not guilty by reason of insanity in any court with criminal jurisdiction, including tribal courts and military courts.

• Defines three tiers of sex offenders (Tier I, II, and III) based on the severity of the offense and victim characteristics, with specific offense categories listed for each tier.

• Establishes that individuals convicted of tier offenses must register, with heightened registration requirements for higher-tier offenses, including those involving minor victims or involving individuals in positions of custodial authority.

• Defines "custodial authority" to include family members, authority figures, school employees, corrections personnel, and others in positions to exert control or coerce victims.

• Takes effect July 1, 2013.