MI HB5851

Amends Michigan's Public Health Code (MCL 333.7408a) to modify sentencing options for drug-related offenses involving controlled substances.

Courts may order individuals convicted of drug violations to undergo screening and assessment by a community mental health entity to determine eligibility for rehabilitative services, with costs paid by the individual.

As part of sentencing or juvenile disposition, courts may order individuals to perform up to 90 days of community service without compensation or participate in rehabilitative programs, with individuals responsible for program costs.

Provisions do not apply to individuals ineligible for probation under Michigan's Code of Criminal Procedure.

Takes effect October 1, 2021, contingent on adoption of House Concurrent Resolution No. 29 and the governor's certification to the U.S. Secretary of Transportation opposing federal driver license suspension requirements for drug offenses under 23 USC 159(a)(3)(A).