MI HB5658

Allows evidence of defendant's prior acts of domestic violence or sexual assault to be admissible in criminal cases involving those offenses, unless excluded under Michigan Rule of Evidence 403.

Requires prosecutors to disclose such evidence to defendants at least 15 days before trial, or at a later time if the court permits for good cause.

Prohibits admission of acts occurring more than 10 years before the charged offense unless the act was a reported sexual assault, had a DNA kit collected, produced a DNA match to the defendant, or the court determines admission is in the interest of justice.

Defines "domestic violence," "family or household member," and "sexual assault" for purposes of this statute.

Takes effect 90 days after enactment, applying to trials and evidentiary hearings commenced or in progress on or after May 1, 2006.