Michigan § 712A.32 - Order to appear for identification; notice of right to attorney; appointment of attorney.
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§ 712A.32. Order to appear for identification; notice of right to attorney; appointment of attorney.
If a complaint or petition is filed with the court against a juvenile for violating a criminal law of this state or of a local unit of government of this state, the court may, at the request of the person or entity submitting the complaint or petition, order the juvenile to appear at a place and time designated by the court for identification by another person. Identification under this section may include identification in a corporeal lineup.
If the court orders identification proceedings under this section, the court shall notify the juvenile and the juvenile's parent, guardian, or custodian that he or she has the right to consult an attorney and to have an attorney present during the identification proceedings. If the juvenile and the juvenile's parent, guardian, or custodian cannot afford an attorney but request an attorney, the court shall appoint an attorney to represent the juvenile.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 712A.32
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 712A.32 cover?
Section 712A.32 ("Order to appear for identification; notice of right to attorney; appointment of attorney.") 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.
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