Michigan § 51.221 - Sheriff, undersheriff, or deputy sheriff; powers and duties; fees.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 51.221 — Sheriff, undersheriff, or deputy sheriff; powers and duties; fees., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 51.221. Sheriff, undersheriff, or deputy sheriff; powers and duties; fees.
A sheriff, undersheriff, or deputy sheriff of a county of this state may serve or execute civil or criminal process issued by a court of this state, and have and exercise all the powers and duties of constables. Except where other fees are expressly provided, they shall be entitled to the same fees for these services as are allowed by law to constables in like cases.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 51.221
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 51.221 cover?
Section 51.221 ("Sheriff, undersheriff, or deputy sheriff; powers and duties; fees.") 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 § 51.221?
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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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