Michigan § 15.39 - Notice of declination; effect.

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§ 15.39. Notice of declination; effect.

Sec. 39.

No penalty shall attach on account of any neglect to deposit such oath or bond as aforesaid, in case such officer, before entering upon the execution of his office, and within the time limited for filing such oath or bond, shall give notice in writing to the officer or officers having the power by law to order an election to fill such office, or to fill the same by appointment, or, in case of an appointment by the governor by and with the advice and consent of the senate, to the governor, stating therein that he declines accepting such office.

Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 15.39 cover?

Section 15.39 ("Notice of declination; effect.") 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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