Michigan § 3.401 - Forest lands; acquisition by United States, concurrent jurisdiction.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 3.401 — Forest lands; acquisition by United States, concurrent jurisdiction., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3.401. Forest lands; acquisition by United States, concurrent jurisdiction.
That the consent of the state of Michigan be and is hereby given to the acquisition by the United States, by purchase, gift, or condemnation with adequate compensation, of such lands in Michigan as in the opinion of the federal government may be needed for the establishment, consolidation and extension of national forests in the state: Provided, That the state of Michigan shall retain a concurrent jurisdiction with the United States in and over lands so acquired so far that civil process in all cases, and such criminal process as may issue under the authority of the state of Michigan against any person charged with the commission of any crime without or within said jurisdiction, may be executed thereon in like manner as if this act had not been passed.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 3.401
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 3.401 cover?
Section 3.401 ("Forest lands; acquisition by United States, concurrent jurisdiction.") 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 § 3.401?
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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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