MI HB6399

Modifies examination and testimony requirements for mental health treatment petitions by distinguishing between different petition types under section 434, requiring at least one physician or licensed psychologist to personally examine and testify for petitions seeking hospitalization before hearing.

Creates new Chapter 10A establishing a diversion program allowing misdemeanor defendants to be assessed for and diverted into assisted outpatient treatment instead of prosecution if both parties agree.

Permits prosecuting attorneys, defendants, or defense counsel to motion for assessment by a physician, psychologist, or supervised psychiatric nurse practitioner to determine if a misdemeanor defendant qualifies for assisted outpatient treatment.

Requires pending misdemeanor charges to be dismissed 90 days after entry of an assisted outpatient treatment order, or 180 days for serious misdemeanors, with treatment compliance kept separate from release conditions.

Takes effect only if House Bill No. 5593 of the 101st Legislature is enacted into law.