Michigan § 28.583 - Creation of law enforcement agency by public body.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 28.583 — Creation of law enforcement agency by public body., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 28.583. Creation of law enforcement agency by public body.
A public body may create a law enforcement agency by resolution of its governing entity. The public body may grant to law enforcement officers of that law enforcement agency the same powers, immunities, and authority as are granted by law to peace officers and police officers to detect crime and to enforce the criminal laws of this state and to enforce state laws, local ordinances, and the ordinances and regulations of the public body. Law enforcement officers to whom the authority of peace officers and police officers is granted under this section are considered peace officers of this state and have the authority of police officers provided under the Michigan vehicle code, 1949 PA 300, MCL 257.1 to 257.923, and as provided under the code of criminal procedure, 1927 PA 175, MCL 760.1 to 777.69.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 28.583
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 28.583 cover?
Section 28.583 ("Creation of law enforcement agency by public body.") 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 § 28.583?
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