SB0612

Civil procedure: service of process; cost for service of process for personal protection orders; eliminate. Amends sec. 2950a of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2950a) & adds secs. 2950d & 2950p. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0611'25, HB 5120'25

Chamber Passed·12/9/25

Michigan SB0612 eliminates the cost for service of process for personal protection orders.

Michigan SB0612 amends the Michigan Compiled Laws to eliminate the cost for service of process for personal protection orders. This bill modifies the service of process for personal protection orders, ensuring that law enforcement agencies serve these orders without charge to the petitioner. It also outlines procedures for serving personal protection orders, including methods of service and the responsibilities of law enforcement agencies. The bill further specifies the conditions under which a personal protection order can be issued and the consequences for violating such an order.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 35–0 · Dec 9, 2025
Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

35 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Absent

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Calendar

Nov 13, 2025

12:00 PM

Senate Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety

Oct 30, 2025

12:00 PM

Senate Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety

History

Dec 10, 2025

House

Read A First Time

Dec 10, 2025

House

Referred To Committee On Judiciary

Dec 9, 2025

Senate

Passed Roll Call # 324 Yeas 35 Nays 0 Excused 2 Not Voting 0