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750.159m – Property subject to civil in rem forfeiture; exceptions; encumbrances; attorney fees | Michigan Law

Michigan law permits civil forfeiture of property linked to racketeering, with exceptions for residences and encumbered assets, including provisions for attorney fees.

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750.159m – Property subject to civil in rem forfeiture; exceptions; encumbrances; attorney fees

Michigan Penal Code § 750.159m

Summary

Michigan's law allows for the civil in rem forfeiture of property linked to racketeering violations, with specific exceptions for primary residences of spouses and minors. Property owners can avoid forfeiture if they had no prior knowledge of the racketeering or notified law enforcement. The law also addresses encumbered property and associated attorney fees.

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In simple terms: Michigan law permits civil forfeiture of property linked to racketeering, with exceptions for residences and encumbered assets, including provisions for attorney fees.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.