Civil procedure: service of process; cost for service of process for personal protection orders; eliminate. Amends sec. 2950a of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2950a) & adds secs. 2950d & 2950p. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0611'25, HB 5120'25
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Overview
This bill modifies the process for obtaining personal protection orders in Michigan. It eliminates the requirement for paying a fee to serve a personal protection order, specifically for those related to personal protection orders. It also adds provisions regarding service of these orders, including requirements for law enforcement agencies and a dedicated fund to support these services. The bill aims to simplify and reduce the cost of obtaining a personal protection order, particularly for those experiencing domestic violence.
Key provisions
- Eliminates the cost for service of process for personal protection orders.
- Adds sections 2950d and 2950p to address service procedures and fund administration.
- Creates a ‘personal protection order service fund’ to cover service costs.
- Specifies how the fund will be administered and used by the Department of State Police.
- Outlines requirements for law enforcement agencies to serve personal protection orders.
- Addresses service of orders when the respondent is a minor.
- Clarifies rules for service when the respondent has moved and a new address is known.
- Requires notification to law enforcement if a personal protection order prohibits firearm purchase or possession.
Who is affected
- Individuals seeking personal protection orders
- Domestic violence victims
- Law enforcement agencies
- Courts
- The State Treasury
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