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764.15b – Arrest without warrant for violation of personal protection order; answering to charge of contempt; hearing; bond; show cause order; jurisdiction to conduct contempt proceedings; prosecution of criminal contempt; prohibited actions by court; definitions | Michigan Law

Learn about Michigan's law on warrantless arrests for violating personal protection orders, including violations, procedures, and enforcement details.

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764.15b – Arrest without warrant for violation of personal protection order; answering to charge of contempt; hearing; bond; show cause order; jurisdiction to conduct contempt proceedings; prosecution of criminal contempt; prohibited actions by court; definitions

Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure § 764.15b

Summary

Michigan law allows peace officers to arrest individuals without a warrant if they have reasonable cause to believe a personal protection order has been violated. Violations include acts like assault, entering premises, threatening harm, or possessing firearms. The law also outlines procedures for handling contempt charges, hearings, bonds, and jurisdictional issues.

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In simple terms: Learn about Michigan's law on warrantless arrests for violating personal protection orders, including violations, procedures, and enforcement details.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.