Michigan § 445.485 - Retaining precious item for 9 calendar days; alteration.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 445.485 — Retaining precious item for 9 calendar days; alteration., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 445.485. Retaining precious item for 9 calendar days; alteration.
A precious item received by a dealer shall be retained by the dealer for 9 calendar days after it was received, without any form of alteration other than that required to make an accurate appraisal of its value.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 445.485
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 445.485 cover?
Section 445.485 ("Retaining precious item for 9 calendar days; alteration.") 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 § 445.485?
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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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