Michigan § 600.1845 - Confinement in jail; liability for release, penalty.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 600.1845 — Confinement in jail; liability for release, penalty., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 600.1845. Confinement in jail; liability for release, penalty.
All prisoners committed to any jail upon process for contempt or committed for misconduct in the cases prescribed by law, shall be actually confined and detained within the jail until they are discharged from the jail by due course of law or are removed to some other jail or place of confinement in the cases provided by law.
If any sheriff or keeper of a jail permits or suffers any prisoner so committed to jail to go or be at large out of his prison, except by virtue of writ of habeas corpus or order of court or as otherwise provided by the law, he is liable for the damages sustained to the party aggrieved. And he is also guilty of a misdemeanor.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 600.1845
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 600.1845 cover?
Section 600.1845 ("Confinement in jail; liability for release, penalty.") 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 § 600.1845?
A common citation format is "Michigan Compiled Laws § 600.1845" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Michigan official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Michigan attorney.
How does Michigan § 600.1845 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Michigan can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Michigan.