This law defines what an appearance ticket is in Michigan, including its form, contents, and numbering requirements. It also outlines the process for modifying tickets and the magistrate's authority to accept pleas without a sworn complaint. The provisions streamline the handling of minor violations with specific procedures for law enforcement and courts.
An appearance ticket is a written notice issued by a law enforcement officer directing a person to appear in court for minor violations, with specific form and content requirements.
Yes, with prior approval from state officials, the appearance ticket may be modified in content or the number of copies to suit law enforcement and court procedures.
It includes the original complaint or notice, an abstract of court record, a copy retained by law enforcement, and a copy delivered to the violator.
Yes, magistrates can accept guilty or not guilty pleas based on the appearance ticket without requiring a sworn complaint, but further proceedings require a sworn complaint if the plea is not guilty.