Michigan § 554.402 - Lands sale held for public purposes and new lands purchase; parties defendant, time.
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§ 554.402. Lands sale held for public purposes and new lands purchase; parties defendant, time.
In any proceeding mentioned in section 1 the heirs of the grantor or devisor if known shall be named as defendants and the same proceedings had thereon as is provided by existing law in actions against known defendants. If the names or addresses of the heirs of any such grantor or devisor are unknown, then proceedings shall be had in such action as may be provided by existing law in proceedings against unknown defendants: Provided, however, That no such action shall be brought within a period of 10 years from the execution of any such conveyance nor within the lifetime of the grantor or devisor thereof.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 554.402
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 554.402 cover?
Section 554.402 ("Lands sale held for public purposes and new lands purchase; parties defendant, time.") 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 § 554.402?
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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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