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764.1a – Complaint; allegations; swearing before magistrate or clerk; finding of reasonable cause; testimony; supplemental affidavits; basis of factual obligations; complaint alleging violation of MCL 750.81 or 750.81a or corresponding ordinance; compliance with MCL 764.1; refusal to accept complaint prohibited; definitions | Michigan Law

Michigan law 764.1a details magistrate procedures for issuing warrants based on sworn complaints, including evidence standards and refusal protections.

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764.1a – Complaint; allegations; swearing before magistrate or clerk; finding of reasonable cause; testimony; supplemental affidavits; basis of factual obligations; complaint alleging violation of MCL 750.81 or 750.81a or corresponding ordinance; compliance with MCL 764.1; refusal to accept complaint prohibited; definitions

Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure § 764.1a

Summary

Michigan law section 764.1a outlines the procedures for magistrates to issue warrants based on sworn complaints alleging offenses, including the requirements for establishing reasonable cause through various forms of testimony and affidavits. It emphasizes that complaints alleging certain violations cannot be refused and details the process for presenting evidence. The law also defines key terms related to complaint procedures and evidentiary standards.

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In simple terms: Michigan law 764.1a details magistrate procedures for issuing warrants based on sworn complaints, including evidence standards and refusal protections.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.