Michigan § 28.296 - Availability of records to public.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 28.296 — Availability of records to public., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 28.296. Availability of records to public.
Records maintained under this act, other than those declared to be confidential by law or which are restricted by law from disclosure to the public, shall be available to the public pursuant to procedures prescribed in this act, in the freedom of information act, 1976 PA 442, MCL 15.231 to 15.246, and in other applicable laws.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 28.296
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 28.296 cover?
Section 28.296 ("Availability of records to public.") 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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