Michigan — Statute

750.159r – Sale of seized property by unit of government; disposal of received money; order of priority; appointment, compensation, and duties of receiver | Michigan Law

Michigan law on seized property sale details payment priorities and fund distribution after forfeiture, including restitution and victim claims.

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750.159r – Sale of seized property by unit of government; disposal of received money; order of priority; appointment, compensation, and duties of receiver

Michigan Penal Code § 750.159r

Summary

Michigan law Section 750.159r governs the sale of property seized through criminal or civil forfeiture, outlining the priority of payments from sale proceeds. It specifies how the proceeds should be allocated, including paying secured interests, restitution, victims, liens, and forfeiture expenses. Remaining funds are to be distributed to involved government units for enforcement purposes.

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In simple terms: Michigan law on seized property sale details payment priorities and fund distribution after forfeiture, including restitution and victim claims.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.