Michigan § 433.55 - Person wilfully causing animal to run at large; liability to owner.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 433.55 — Person wilfully causing animal to run at large; liability to owner., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 433.55. Person wilfully causing animal to run at large; liability to owner.
In case the animal so seized under the foregoing provisions of this act shall have been so running at large by the willful act of any other person than the owner, such person shall be liable to the owner in a penalty not less than 25 dollars and not more than 100 dollars, which penalty may be recovered by such owner for his benefit, in an action on the case in any court of competent jurisdiction.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 433.55
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 433.55 cover?
Section 433.55 ("Person wilfully causing animal to run at large; liability to owner.") 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 § 433.55?
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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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