Mich. Comp. Laws § § 37.1603
Adjustment order; violation of terms prohibited.
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Sec. 603. A person shall not violate the terms of an adjustment order made under this act.
Michigan Civil Rights Act § 37.1603 establishes that once a formal adjustment order has been issued under MCL § 37.1101 et seq., all parties bound by that order are legally required to comply with its specific terms. The provision creates a clear prohibition: any deviation from the conditions set out in an adjustment order constitutes a violation of state law. Adjustment orders are remedial tools issued to address civil rights violations in areas such as housing, employment, and public accommodations.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under MCL § 37.1603, a landlord or property manager who has been subject to an adjustment order issued under the Michigan Civil Rights Act must adhere fully to every term and condition specified in that order. Compliant operators typically document their ongoing compliance, maintain records of any required corrective actions, and ensure that all staff involved in housing operations are aware of the order's requirements. Failure to follow the terms of an adjustment order can expose a housing provider to additional legal liability under the Act.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
MCL § 37.1603 means that if a civil rights adjustment order has been issued in connection with a housing matter affecting you, the other party is legally bound to follow its terms. Tenants who believe an adjustment order is being violated may report the noncompliance to the Michigan Department of Civil Rights, which administers the Act, or may consult a tenant-rights organization for guidance on available enforcement paths. Raising a violation of § 37.1603 may also be relevant in any subsequent administrative or legal proceeding related to the original order.
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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