MI HB5012

Creates a presumption that persons under 18 years of age engaged in prostitution or commercial sexual activity were coerced by human traffickers, which prosecutors must overcome by proving beyond a reasonable doubt the minor was not forced or coerced.

Requires law enforcement officers encountering minors under 18 engaged in prostitution to immediately report suspected human trafficking violations to the Department of Human Services.

Mandates the Department of Human Services begin investigating reported human trafficking within 24 hours and determine whether the minor is dependent and in danger of substantial physical or psychological harm.

Establishes escalating criminal penalties: first offense is a misdemeanor (up to 93 days imprisonment or $500 fine); one prior conviction is a misdemeanor (up to 1 year or $1,000 fine); two or more prior convictions is a felony (up to 2 years or $2,000 fine).

Effective January 14, 2015, contingent on enactment of Senate Bill 205, House Bill 5026, and House Bill 5234.