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764.2a – Peace officer; exercise of authority in other county, city, village, township, or university; violation involving water vessel | Michigan Law

Learn how Michigan peace officers can enforce laws outside their jurisdiction, including water vessel violations and pursuit rules, under Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure 764.2a.

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764.2a – Peace officer; exercise of authority in other county, city, village, township, or university; violation involving water vessel

Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure § 764.2a

Summary

Michigan law allows peace officers to exercise their authority outside their jurisdiction under specific circumstances, such as joint enforcement efforts or immediate pursuit of violations. Officers can stop and detain individuals outside their boundaries if they witnessed certain violations, including those involving water vessels. This law facilitates effective law enforcement across jurisdictions while addressing water-related violations.

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In simple terms: Learn how Michigan peace officers can enforce laws outside their jurisdiction, including water vessel violations and pursuit rules, under Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure 764.2a.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.