HB5963

Civil procedure: other; civil process arrest exemptions; modify. Amends sec. 1821 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.1821).

Introduced·5/13/26
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Michigan HB5963 modifies civil process arrest exemptions, clarifying and expanding protections for certain individuals.

Michigan HB5963 amends the civil procedure law to modify exemptions from arrest on civil process. It clarifies that officers of the senate or house of representatives are exempt while attending to their duties. It also extends protection to females and minors under 16 years old, ensuring they cannot be imprisoned on civil process. Additionally, it exempts parties, attorneys, and subpoenaed witnesses from arrest when traveling to or from court. The bill further protects individuals passing through the state to attend a criminal proceeding in another state.

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History

May 14

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 05/13/2026

May 13

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Will Snyder

May 13

House

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