Appeal of deposit modification for possession of property
Impact
One significant change proposed by SF2912 is the allowance for electronic service of orders related to protection and restraining, enabling quicker and more efficient communication within the judiciary system. By updating the legislative language on service provisions, the bill positions itself to reflect modern communication advancements and improve accessibility to legal protections. This could lessen the delays experienced by individuals in need of immediate legal relief, particularly in cases of abuse or harassment. As such, this bill could play an essential role in facilitating timely judicial responses to urgent issues.
Summary
Senate File 2912 seeks to modify the existing legal framework regarding the appeal process in cases relating to the possession of property. Primarily, it addresses how petitioners can take possession of property prior to the conclusion of legal disputes. This bill aims to streamline the process by requiring that, before taking possession, a petitioner must notify the owner in advance and include a deposit that corresponds to the value of the property involved—therefore emphasizing the importance of proper financial recourse in such cases. The changes it introduces are geared towards enhancing clarity in property law and ensuring fairness in the litigation process.
Contention
Nonetheless, there are points of contention surrounding the bill. Critics argue that increasing reliance on electronic service may disadvantage individuals who lack access to technology or who are less technologically literate. Additionally, the requirement for a monetary deposit prior to possession could disproportionately affect lower-income petitioners, raising concerns about access to justice. Emphasizing these issues, some members of the judiciary voiced their apprehensions on how the changes might impact vulnerable populations who are already facing difficulties in navigating the property and legal systems.
Judiciary provisions policy and technical changes made, including data practices, family law, judiciary policy, guardianships, public defense, and civil law; data classified; and crimes established.
Custodian of a petitioner's minor children required to receive notice of any order for protection, hearing on an order for protection, and cancellation or modification of an order for protection.
Custodian of a petitioner's minor children notice of any order of protection, hearing on an order for protection, and cancellation or modification of an order of protection requirement
Law enforcement and family members permission to petition a court to prohibit people from possessing firearms if they pose a significant danger to themselves or others by possessing a firearm
Law enforcement and family members petitioning of a court to prohibit people from possessing firearms if they pose a significant danger to themselves or others by possessing a firearm authorization and appropriation
Law enforcement and family members petitioning of a court to prohibit people from possessing firearms if they pose a significant danger to themselves or others by possessing a firearm authorization and appropriation
Law enforcement and family members enabled to petition a court to prohibit people from possessing firearms if they pose a significant danger to themselves or others by possessing a firearm, and money appropriated.
Civil procedure: personal protection orders; instances in which a personal protection order may be issued; modify. Amends secs. 2950 & 2950a of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2950 & 600.2950a).
Criminal procedure: sentencing; mandatory sentencing for certain crimes in the revised judicature act; require. Amends sec. 2950 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2950).