MI HB5218

Criminal convictions cannot be used alone as proof of lack of good moral character by licensing boards or agencies, but may be considered as evidence in determining moral character.

If a criminal conviction is used as evidence, licensing boards must also consider the applicant's certificate of employability (if one exists under the Michigan Corrections Code) as evidence.

Applicants have the right to rebut evidence of bad moral character by demonstrating current ability to serve the public fairly and honestly, evidence of rehabilitation, or that the offense is unrelated to the licensed occupation.

Effective date is January 1, 2015, contingent on passage of House Bills 5216 and 5217.