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767.61 – Indictment; description of money, bonds, mortgage and similar instrument in offense relating thereto | Michigan Law

Michigan law permits general descriptions in indictments for crimes involving money, bonds, and similar instruments, streamlining criminal charging procedures.

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767.61 – Indictment; description of money, bonds, mortgage and similar instrument in offense relating thereto

Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure § 767.61

Summary

Michigan law allows indictments related to crimes involving money, bonds, or similar instruments to be described generally without detailed specifics. For monetary offenses, terms like 'money' or 'currency' suffice, and for instruments like bonds or mortgages, a general description is adequate. This simplifies the charging process for related criminal offenses.

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In simple terms: Michigan law permits general descriptions in indictments for crimes involving money, bonds, and similar instruments, streamlining criminal charging procedures.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.