Civil procedure: statute of limitations; statute of limitations for criminal sexual conduct violations; revise statute of limitations and notice requirements for actions against state government. Amends sec. 6452 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.6452). TIE BAR WITH: SB 258'25, SB 257'25
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Overview
This bill changes the time limit, or statute of limitations, for filing lawsuits against the state government. Specifically, it extends the deadline to 3 years from when a claim first arises, with some exceptions. The bill also updates notice requirements and clarifies procedures for claims related to wrongful imprisonment and certain other specific circumstances. Passage of this bill is contingent on the passage of Senate Bills 257 and 258.
Key provisions
- Extends the statute of limitations for claims against the state government to 3 years.
- Updates notice requirements for filing claims.
- Clarifies procedures for claims related to wrongful imprisonment compensation.
- Specifies that certain claims are exempt from the new statute of limitations.
Who is affected
- State government agencies
- Individuals seeking to file claims against the state
- Attorneys representing claimants
Notable changes
- Changes the existing 3-year statute of limitations for state claims.
- Includes exceptions for specific types of claims (wrongful imprisonment, etc.).
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