Michigan § 257.1112 - Death or injury by unidentified vehicle or driver; action against fund; condition precedent.
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§ 257.1112. Death or injury by unidentified vehicle or driver; action against fund; condition precedent.
Where the death of or personal injury to any person is occasioned in this state by a motor vehicle but the identity of the motor vehicle and of the driver and owner thereof cannot be established, any person who would have a cause of action against the owner or driver in respect to the death or personal injury may bring an action against the secretary, either alone or as a codefendant with others alleged to be responsible for the death or personal injury. In any action commenced under this section, physical contact by the unidentified vehicle with the plaintiff or with a vehicle occupied by the plaintiff, is a condition precedent to such action.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 257.1112
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 257.1112 cover?
Section 257.1112 ("Death or injury by unidentified vehicle or driver; action against fund; condition precedent.") 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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