Mich. Comp. Laws § § 37.2604
Findings of fact and conclusions of law; final order dismissing complaint; copies of order.
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Sec. 604. If the commission, after a hearing on a charge issued by the department, determines that the respondent has not engaged in a discriminatory practice prohibited by this act, the commission shall state its findings of fact and conclusions of law and shall issue a final order dismissing the complaint. The commission shall furnish a copy of the order to the claimant, the respondent, the attorney general, and other public officers and persons as the commission deems proper.
Under MCL § 37.2101 et seq. § 37.2604, when the Michigan Civil Rights Commission holds a hearing on a discrimination charge and concludes that the respondent did not engage in any discriminatory practice prohibited by the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act, it must formally document its reasoning through written findings of fact and conclusions of law. The Commission then issues a final order dismissing the complaint. Copies of that dismissal order are distributed to the claimant, the respondent, the Attorney General, and any other parties the Commission considers appropriate.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under MCL § 37.2101 et seq. § 37.2604, a respondent property owner or manager who prevails at a Commission hearing receives a formal written dismissal order that includes the Commission's findings of fact and conclusions of law. Compliant operators generally retain this documentation as part of their records, since it reflects the official outcome of the proceeding. The order is also shared with the Attorney General and other relevant parties, making the resolution part of the public administrative record.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under MCL § 37.2101 et seq. § 37.2604, if the Michigan Civil Rights Commission determines after a hearing that no discriminatory practice occurred, a claimant is entitled to receive a copy of the final dismissal order, which must include the Commission's written findings of fact and conclusions of law. Reviewing those findings can help a claimant understand the basis for the outcome. Tenants who believe the process was flawed or wish to explore further options may consider consulting a tenant-rights organization or reviewing whether additional legal avenues exist under state or federal law.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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