Michigan § 96.1 - City owned pounds; impounding regulations; poundmaster.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 96.1 — City owned pounds; impounding regulations; poundmaster., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 96.1. City owned pounds; impounding regulations; poundmaster.
The council may provide and maintain 1 or more pounds within the city and may appoint poundmasters, prescribe their powers and duties, and fix their compensation; and may authorize the impounding of all beasts and fowls found in the streets or otherwise at large contrary to any ordinance of the city; and if there shall be no pound or poundmaster they may provide for the impounding of such beasts and fowls, by the city marshal, in some suitable place under his immediate care and inspection, and may confer on him the powers and duties of poundmaster.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 96.1
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 96.1 cover?
Section 96.1 ("City owned pounds; impounding regulations; poundmaster.") 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 § 96.1?
A common citation format is "Michigan Compiled Laws § 96.1" (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 § 96.1 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.