The Michigan Department of Attorney General utilizes the services of Special Assistant Attorneys General from time to time when the unique circumstances of a particular case create the need for specialized services not currently available within the department.
The Michigan Attorney General has determined that a full and complete investigation of what happened within the Catholic Church is required. This investigation is and will continue to be independent, thorough, transparent, and prompt. My department and this investigation will find out who knew what, and when.
The Conviction Integrity Unit (the “CIU”) investigates claims of innocence to determine whether there is clear and convincing new evidence that the convicted defendant was not the person who committed the offense.
In Michigan, a victim is an individual who suffers direct or threatened physical, financial, or emotional harm as a result of the commission of a crime.
The Task Force launched in 2019 and consists of more than 55 different organizations in the public, private and nonprofit sectors - all working together to combat elder abuse.
The laws regarding expungement of criminal offenses in Michigan changed in major ways in April of 2021. This page is designed to help applicants navigate their way through the new laws, help them determine if they are eligible to have convictions expunged, to answer frequently asked questions about the new laws, and to provide links for resources and assistance.
To investigate and prosecute hate crimes by following up on every credible tip and offer departmental resources to assist local and federal law enforcement partners in this effort.
The Michigan Attorney General is leading the fight against this horrific crime by prosecuting the state's first-ever criminal cases under state law banning human trafficking in Michigan. Victims of human trafficking are in bondage through force, fraud or coercion, for the purpose of sex or labor exploitation.
Knowing how to guard your personal information is your first line of defense against identity theft.
Michigan Attorney General's robocall initiative is leading several efforts to protect Michigan residents from the billion plus robocalls made to them every year.
Michigan's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), MCL 15.231 et seq, provides that requesters can receive copies or make inspections of most public records of public bodies upon written request.
The Open Meetings Act (OMA) took effect January 1, 1977. In enacting the OMA, the Legislature promoted a new era in governmental accountability and fostered openness in government to enhance responsible decision making.1 Nothing in the OMA prohibits a public body from adopting an ordinance, resolution, rule, or charter provision that requires a greater degree of openness relative to public body meetings than the standards provided for in the OMA. 2
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Thank you for your interest in Michigan’s Elder Abuse Task Force (EATF) – an alliance representing more than 55 different organizations in the public, private and non-profit sectors – all working together to reduce barriers facing our aging population.
Please take a few minutes to catch up on what the Task Force has been up to since our last issue in October 2024.
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The Elder Abuse Task Force had two big successes in the 2023-2024 law-making session. The Uniform Power of Attorney Act (2023 PA 187) was one success. The other was the Uniform Securities Act (2023 PA 306) updates. Both Acts went into effect in 2024.
The Task Force was disappointed that lawmakers did not pass the Guardianship Reform Package (HB 4909-4912 and 5047). And that they did not pass the Vulnerable Adult Protection Package (SB 922-925). The Task Force remains committed to passing laws to improve protections of Michigan's older adults.
In 2024, the STOP (Subcommittee for Training Officers and Prosecutors) team offered free, all-day training sessions. These sessions taught professionals how to examine financial abuse of vulnerable adults. They also focused on how to seek justice in those cases.
The trainings were held in Gaylord, Lansing, Benton Harbor, and Midland. More than 140 professionals took part. Trainees included police officers, adult care workers, and prosecutors.
The Task Force is already planning more training events for 2025.
The Michigan Guardianship Diversion Project (MGDP) is a pilot project of the Michigan Elder Justice Initiative. It is entering its second and final year of seeking alternatives to guardianship. The program has been rolled out in Bay, Genesee, Grand Traverse, and Muskegon counties. Project staff help clients find less restrictive ways to meet their needs than having the court appoint a guardian.
Referrals have been received from each of the four counties participating in the project. MGDP has seen the biggest change in Bay County. Guardianship and conservatorship cases have been reduced by approximately 42%. This reduction is due to the tremendous support of the Bay County Probate Court and local service providers like nursing homes and attorneys.
MGDP continues to review what works and what challenges exist. Staff remain confident that guardianship diversion efforts can help both individuals and the courts. MGDP looks forward to helping individuals in all four counties find alternatives to guardianship.
More detailed information about this exciting project can viewed by following this link. The link also includes a snapshot of one of the project’s many success stories.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Adult Protective Services (APS) released its Public Service Announcement (PSA) campaign on January 13, 2025. The campaign’s goal is to protect Michigan’s most vulnerable adults. It will do this by making the public aware of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
The PSA campaign includes TV commercials that will be shown on major networks from January 20 to February 9, 2025. They will also run on streaming services like Hulu, Netflix, Sling, Crackle, Tubi, and Xumo. They will run on these services from January 20 to March 31, 2025.
Social media ads will appear on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. The ads will run from January 13 to March 31, 2025. Viewers will not be able to skip these 15-second ads.
An 80-second version of the PSA will be shown in over 200 medical offices, clinics, and pharmacies. The longer PSA will run from January 13 to March 31, 2025.
The campaign also includes 12 billboards across Michigan. MDHHS will display the billboards from February 10 to April 13, 2025. Five billboards will be in Wayne County; two billboards will be in the Flint/Saginaw area; two billboards will be in Grand Rapids; two billboards will be in Lansing; and one billboard will be placed in Gaylord. All billboards except the one in Gaylord will be digital.
If you suspect abuse, report it by calling 1-855-444-3911. This number is available 24/7, all year round.
The Uniform Power of Attorney Act became law on July 1, 2024. This law creates standards for creating and using Power of Attorney forms. It also provides civil and criminal penalties to those who misuse their authority under a Power of Attorney. With this law, Michigan joins 31 other states with similar standards.
Attorney General Dana Nessel shared a public service announcement (PSA) to help educate the public about the new law. The PSA explains how the law will:
The PSA has already been viewed more than 40,000 times. If you haven’t seen the video, click here to watch.