Michigan § 257.239 - Certificate of title; failure to endorse or deliver, fine.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 257.239 — Certificate of title; failure to endorse or deliver, fine., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 257.239. Certificate of title; failure to endorse or deliver, fine.
A person shall not fail or neglect to properly endorse and deliver a certificate of title to a transferee or owner lawfully entitled to the title. A person who violates this section is responsible for a civil infraction and shall be ordered to pay a civil fine of not more than $100.00.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 257.239
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 257.239 cover?
Section 257.239 ("Certificate of title; failure to endorse or deliver, fine.") 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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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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