Michigan § 37.263 - Collection of electronic data or metadata by federal agency; assistance or support by state or political subdivision; limitation; circumstances.
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§ 37.263. Collection of electronic data or metadata by federal agency; assistance or support by state or political subdivision; limitation; circumstances.
This state or a political subdivision of this state shall not assist, participate with, or provide material support or resources to a federal agency to enable it to collect or to facilitate in the collection or use of a person's electronic data or metadata, unless 1 or more of the following circumstances apply:
(a) The person has given informed consent.
(b) The action is pursuant to a warrant that is based upon probable cause and particularly describes the person, place, or thing to be searched or seized.
(c) The action is in accordance with a legally recognized exception to warrant requirements.
(d) The action will not infringe on any reasonable expectation of privacy the person may have.
(e) This state or a political subdivision of this state collected the electronic data or metadata legally.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 37.263
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 37.263 cover?
Section 37.263 ("Collection of electronic data or metadata by federal agency; assistance or support by state or political subdivision; limitation; circumstances.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Michigan § 37.263?
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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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