MI HB4169

Amends Michigan's youthful trainee sentencing statute to eliminate the option of committing individuals to the department of corrections for custodial supervision and training for offenses punishable by more than 1 year imprisonment.

Expands probation options for youthful trainees by allowing courts to place individuals on probation for up to 3 years or commit them to county jail for up to 1 year instead of state prison.

Prohibits commitment to the department of corrections for youthful trainees charged with drug offenses under the public health code or specific Michigan penal code violations related to weapons, drugs, and related crimes.

Establishes a probation supervision fee of up to $135 per month (maximum 36 months) based on projected monthly income, with fee amounts ranging from $0 to 5% of monthly income depending on income level.

Effective date August 18, 2015, applies only to cases where individuals are assigned youthful trainee status on or after the effective date.