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765.27 – Action on recognizance; technicality as bar | Michigan Law

Michigan law states recognizance actions can't be barred by technical errors if key details are clear, ensuring court proceedings remain valid.

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765.27 – Action on recognizance; technicality as bar

Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure § 765.27

Summary

This law states that actions on criminal recognizances cannot be barred due to technical errors such as neglect to record defaults or defects in the form, as long as the recognizance clearly indicates the court and the authority of the magistrate. It ensures the validity of recognizances despite minor procedural mistakes, provided essential information is present.

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In simple terms: Michigan law states recognizance actions can't be barred by technical errors if key details are clear, ensuring court proceedings remain valid.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.