MI SB0970

Creates a new pathway (Section 1j) for individuals convicted of felonies before age 18 to petition for conviction set-aside after 15 years post-release from incarceration, if they meet conditions including successful discharge from Department of Corrections, no subsequent convictions, and demonstrated community standing.

Allows multiple felony or misdemeanor convictions from the same transaction within 24 hours to be treated as a single conviction for set-aside purposes under specified conditions, including when paired with a felony conviction under Section 1j.

Establishes eligibility restrictions preventing set-aside of certain convictions including those with life imprisonment maximum penalty, sex offenses, operating while intoxicated (with limited exception for first-time offenders), and domestic violence felonies with prior misdemeanor conviction.

Requires applicants under Section 1j to submit comprehensive documentation including resume, reference letters, academic credentials, driving record, and pay a $150 fee to the Michigan set aside fund; allows reapplication one year after denial.

Maintains confidential state police records of set-aside convictions accessible only to courts, law enforcement, prosecution, corrections, and governor for specified purposes including employment decisions and sex offender registration compliance determinations.