Michigan law sections 767.55 to 767.58 outline procedures for indictments, including alternative allegations, prior convictions, and how to properly plead statutes and court judgments. These provisions ensure clarity and flexibility in criminal pleadings and indictments. They emphasize that allegations can be made in the alternative and that certain procedural details can be simplified in legal documents.
Yes, Michigan law allows multiple acts, means, intents, or results to be charged in the alternative within a single indictment.
It is sufficient to state the date, court, and offense of the prior conviction, including the name or substantial elements of the offense.
No, Michigan law permits general allegations that a judgment or proceeding was duly given or made, without detailing jurisdictional facts.
Statutes can be referred to by their title or other identifying manner, and courts will take judicial notice of them.