Michigan § 600.2301 - Amendment of process or pleadings before judgment.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 600.2301 — Amendment of process or pleadings before judgment., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 600.2301. Amendment of process or pleadings before judgment.
The court in which any action or proceeding is pending, has power to amend any process, pleading or proceeding in such action or proceeding, either in form or substance, for the furtherance of justice, on such terms as are just, at any time before judgment rendered therein. The court at every stage of the action or proceeding shall disregard any error or defect in the proceedings which do not affect the substantial rights of the parties.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 600.2301
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 600.2301 cover?
Section 600.2301 ("Amendment of process or pleadings before judgment.") 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 § 600.2301?
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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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