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257.316 – Operator's or chauffeur's license; filing and indexing applications; records | Michigan Law

Michigan law requires the Secretary of State to maintain detailed records of driver license applications, issuances, denials, and suspensions for at least six years.

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257.316 – Operator's or chauffeur's license; filing and indexing applications; records

Michigan Vehicle Code § 257.316

Summary
This law requires the Secretary of State to file and index applications for operator's or chauffeur's licenses in Michigan. It mandates maintaining detailed records of issued, denied, revoked, canceled, or suspended licenses, including relevant legal findings, for at least six years.
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In simple terms: Michigan law requires the Secretary of State to maintain detailed records of driver license applications, issuances, denials, and suspensions for at least six years.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.

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