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HB 5316

Civil procedure: venue; venue of certain cases commenced by the attorney general; modify. Amends sec. 1631 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.1631).

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Brian BeGole and 14 co-sponsors

HB 5316 modifies where Michigan's Attorney General can file civil lawsuits by amending venue jurisdiction rules under MCL 600.1631.

referred to second reading
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Bill Summary · HB 5316

Legislative bill overview

HB 5316 modifies Michigan's civil procedure laws regarding venue rules for cases initiated by the Attorney General. The bill amends MCL 600.1631, which establishes where Attorney General lawsuits can be filed. The specific modifications to venue requirements are not detailed in the available legislative summary.

Why is this important

Venue rules determine which court has jurisdiction to hear a case, affecting where defendants must defend themselves and where trials occur. Changes to Attorney General venue authority could impact where enforcement actions, consumer protection suits, or other state legal proceedings take place across Michigan's counties. This has practical implications for litigants' travel, costs, and access to courts.

Potential points of contention

  • Prosecutorial power concentration: Expanding or modifying where the AG can file suit could be seen as increasing executive authority or, conversely, constraining it depending on the amendment's direction
  • Burden on local courts: Centralizing or decentralizing AG cases affects court dockets and resources in specific counties
  • Access to justice concerns: Changes in venue may make it easier or harder for affected parties to participate in legal proceedings based on geographic location

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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