Michigan § 445.1715 - Civil action; damages.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 445.1715 — Civil action; damages., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 445.1715. Civil action; damages.
(1) Regardless of any criminal prosecution for the violation, a person that violates this act may be liable in a civil action for damages to a customer under subsection (2).
(2) A customer described in subsection (1) who suffers actual damages as a result of a violation of this act may bring a civil action against the person that violated this act and may recover both of the following:
(a) The customer's actual damages, including damages for emotional distress.
(b) Reasonable costs and attorney fees.
(3) No liability may result from the lawful disclosure of a record or information that is permitted under section 3.
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 445.1715
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 445.1715 cover?
Section 445.1715 ("Civil action; damages.") 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 § 445.1715?
A common citation format is "Michigan Compiled Laws § 445.1715" (Michigan). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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