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This website shares general legal information about proceedings in Michigan. It is not affiliated with any court, government agency, or law firm. It does not constitute legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws and procedures change — always verify information with the court clerk or a licensed Michigan attorney.
Information, not advice
This website provides general legal information about proceedings in Michigan district courts, including the 52-1, 52-2, 52-3, and 52-4 divisions of the 52nd District Court in Oakland County. It does not constitute legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and DefendMich.com, its authors, or its operators.
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