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764.9c – Arrest without warrant for misdemeanor or ordinance violation; issuance and service of appearance ticket by police officer or specially authorized public servant; exceptions | Michigan Law

Learn about Michigan's law on issuing appearance tickets for minor misdemeanors, including who can issue them and important exceptions for domestic violence cases.

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764.9c – Arrest without warrant for misdemeanor or ordinance violation; issuance and service of appearance ticket by police officer or specially authorized public servant; exceptions

Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure § 764.9c

Summary

Michigan law allows police officers and certain authorized public servants to issue appearance tickets instead of arresting individuals for specific misdemeanors or ordinance violations with penalties up to 93 days in jail or fines. These tickets enable the person to be released without being taken before a magistrate, streamlining the process for minor offenses. However, there are exceptions, notably in cases involving domestic violence or similar offenses where the victim is a spouse, former spouse, or someone with a close relationship to the offender.

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In simple terms: Learn about Michigan's law on issuing appearance tickets for minor misdemeanors, including who can issue them and important exceptions for domestic violence cases.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.