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750.217c – Legal process; impersonation, false representation, or action as public officer or employee; definitions | Michigan Law

Michigan law bans impersonation of public officials for legal processes, with penalties escalating for repeat offenders. Learn about the legal consequences.

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750.217c – Legal process; impersonation, false representation, or action as public officer or employee; definitions

Michigan Penal Code § 750.217c

Summary

Michigan law prohibits impersonating or falsely representing oneself as a public officer or employee to carry out legal processes. Violations can result in misdemeanors or felonies depending on prior offenses, with increasing penalties for repeat offenders. The law also clarifies that lawful protests and free expression are not restricted under this section.

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In simple terms: Michigan law bans impersonation of public officials for legal processes, with penalties escalating for repeat offenders. Learn about the legal consequences.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.