Mich. Comp. Laws § § 554.615
Action to enforce act.
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Sec. 15. The attorney general or any affected individual may bring an action to enforce this act in a court of competent jurisdiction in the county where the defendant resides or does business.
Under MCL § 554.601 et seq. § 554.615, enforcement of Michigan's security deposit act is not limited to a single government agency. Both the state's attorney general and any individual directly affected by a violation may file a civil action in the appropriate county court — specifically the county where the defendant lives or conducts business. This provision creates a dual enforcement pathway, allowing private parties to seek relief without waiting for government action.
Plain English — not legal advice.
MCL § 554.601 et seq. § 554.615 means that landlords and property managers face potential legal action from more than one direction: the Michigan Attorney General's office and any tenant who believes the security deposit act has been violated can each independently bring a court case. Operators who follow the act's requirements — such as proper handling, documentation, and return of security deposits — reduce their exposure to litigation in the county where their rental property or business is located. Maintaining thorough records of all security deposit transactions is a practice commonly associated with compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under MCL § 554.601 et seq. § 554.615, a tenant who believes a landlord has violated Michigan's security deposit act has the right to bring a civil action directly in court without relying solely on the attorney general to act. The case would be filed in the county where the landlord resides or does business, which is a practical consideration when identifying the correct venue. Tenants exploring this path may benefit from consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid office familiar with Michigan landlord-tenant law to understand what options are generally available.
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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