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750.159o – Notice requirements | Michigan Law

Michigan law mandates timely notice within 14 days of property seizure or lien filing, listing who must be notified about forfeiture or disposal.

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750.159o – Notice requirements

Michigan Penal Code § 750.159o

Summary

Michigan law section 750.159o requires prosecuting agencies to notify interested parties within 14 days of seizing property or filing a lien, detailing the intent to forfeit or dispose of the property. The law specifies who must be notified, including property owners, lienholders, victims, and other security interest holders. Extensions can be granted for good cause, but the 14-day period is not jurisdictional.

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In simple terms: Michigan law mandates timely notice within 14 days of property seizure or lien filing, listing who must be notified about forfeiture or disposal.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.