Michigan's laws in sections 767.95 and 767.96 establish the uniform procedures for securing witness attendance from outside the state and outline the costs associated with grand juries. Section 767A.1 defines the term 'prosecuting attorney' to include the attorney general or county prosecutors. These provisions aim to promote consistency and clarity in criminal proceedings and grand jury operations across Michigan.
They establish procedures for securing witnesses from outside Michigan and specify how grand jury costs are allocated between the state and counties.
The state of Michigan bears the costs, paid from the general fund.
It includes the attorney general or the prosecuting attorney for a county, or their designee.
Yes, sections 767.95 to 767.96 are intended to be interpreted and construed to make the laws uniform among states that enact them.