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768.27c – Statement by declarant; admissibility; circumstances relevant to trustworthiness; disclosure; privilege; definitions; applicability of section | Michigan Law

Michigan law 768.27c details when statements about physical injury or threats in domestic violence cases are admissible as evidence, including disclosure rules.

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768.27c – Statement by declarant; admissibility; circumstances relevant to trustworthiness; disclosure; privilege; definitions; applicability of section

Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure § 768.27c

Summary

Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure Section 768.27c outlines the conditions under which a statement made by a victim or declarant about physical injury or threats in domestic violence cases can be admitted as evidence. The law specifies timing, trustworthiness, and disclosure requirements for such statements, especially when made to law enforcement. It aims to balance evidentiary fairness with protections for defendants in domestic violence prosecutions.

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In simple terms: Michigan law 768.27c details when statements about physical injury or threats in domestic violence cases are admissible as evidence, including disclosure rules.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.