MI HB4396

Allows individuals or organizations to submit research requests for juvenile diversion records to the state court administrative office or individual courts, which were previously restricted from any use except diversion decisions

Requires data use agreements to protect personally identifiable information from public disclosure before records can be released for research purposes

Mandates courts maintain records of all research requests received, requests granted, dates, and descriptions of data released

Exempts data provided under research agreements from Freedom of Information Act disclosure requirements

Takes effect October 1, 2025, while maintaining existing penalties of up to 180 days imprisonment and/or $1,000 fine for misuse of records outside authorized purposes