Sec. 8.
All records of a youth agency pertaining to a public ward are confidential and shall not be made public except as follows:
(a) If the person is less than 18 years of age, by the agency's authorization when necessary for the person's best interests.
(b) If the person is 18 years of age or older, by his or her consent.
History: 1974, Act 150, Imd. Eff. June 12, 1974 ;-- Am. 1998, Act 517, Imd. Eff. Jan. 12, 1999
Structure Michigan Compiled Laws
Chapter 803 - Youth Training and Rehabilitation
Act 150 of 1974 - Youth Rehabilitation Services Act (803.301 - 803.309)
Section 803.301 - Short Title.
Section 803.302 - Definitions.
Section 803.302a - County as County Juvenile Agency; Powers; Revocation of Authorization.
Section 803.303 - Youth Agency; Powers and Duties.
Section 803.304 - Youth Agency; Additional Powers and Duties.
Section 803.306 - Absence of Public Ward From Facility or Residence; Penalty.
Section 803.308 - Records Confidential; Exceptions.
Section 803.309 - Repeal; References as Referring to Department of Social Services.