Michigan § 600.4811 - Penalty; amount not specified, action.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 600.4811 — Penalty; amount not specified, action., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 600.4811. Penalty; amount not specified, action.
When a penalty is imposed by law for any act or omission, not exceeding any specified sum, an action may be brought for the highest sum so specified. The jury, or court before whom the trial is had, shall award the sum deemed proportionate to the offense, within the limitation prescribed by law.
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 600.4811
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 600.4811 cover?
Section 600.4811 ("Penalty; amount not specified, action.") 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 § 600.4811?
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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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