Michigan § 445.1640 - Action by attorney general or prosecuting attorney.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 445.1640 — Action by attorney general or prosecuting attorney., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 445.1640. Action by attorney general or prosecuting attorney.
The attorney general or the prosecuting attorney for the county where an alleged violation occurred may bring an action against a person to do 1 or more of the following:
Obtain a declaratory judgment that a method, act, or practice of the person is a violation of this act.
Enjoin a person who is engaging or about to engage in a method, act, or practice that is a violation of this act.
Obtain a civil fine of not more than $10,000.00 for the first offense and not more than $20,000.00 for the second and any subsequent offense.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 445.1640
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 445.1640 cover?
Section 445.1640 ("Action by attorney general or prosecuting attorney.") 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 § 445.1640?
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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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How does Michigan § 445.1640 apply to my situation?
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