Mich. Comp. Laws § § 600.5732
Powers of court having jurisdiction over summary proceedings.
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Sec. 5732. Pursuant to applicable court rules, a court having jurisdiction over summary proceedings may provide for pleadings and motions, issue process and subpoenas, compel the attendance and testimony of witnesses, enter and set aside defaults and default judgments, allow amendments to pleadings, process, motions and orders, order adjournments and continuances, make and enforce all other writs and orders and do all other things necessary to hear and determine summary proceedings.
Michigan Compiled Laws § 600.5701 et seq. § 600.5732 establishes the broad procedural authority that courts hold when handling summary proceedings, which commonly include eviction (landlord-tenant) cases. Under this provision, a court with jurisdiction over such matters may manage pleadings, issue subpoenas, compel witness testimony, enter or set aside default judgments, allow amendments, and grant adjournments, among other actions. The provision essentially confirms that these courts have the full range of procedural tools needed to fairly hear and resolve summary proceedings from start to finish.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers involved in summary proceedings in Michigan should be aware that MCL § 600.5732 grants the presiding court wide procedural authority, including the power to set aside defaults or default judgments that may initially appear favorable. Compliant operators generally ensure that all filings, notices, and pleadings conform to applicable court rules, since the court can allow amendments or impose procedural requirements at any stage. Staying current with local court rules and procedures is a standard practice for landlords navigating summary proceedings under this framework.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
MCL § 600.5732 means that a court overseeing a summary proceeding—such as an eviction case—has broad authority to manage the process, including the ability to set aside a default judgment that may have been entered against a tenant. Tenants who missed a hearing or were unaware of a proceeding may have grounds to ask the court to revisit a default judgment under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid offices can help individuals understand what procedural options may be available in their specific court.
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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