SB0712

Courts: district court; magistrate qualifications; modify. Amends secs. 8501 & 8507 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.8501 & 600.8507).

Introduced·11/13/25
Introduced Text

Michigan SB0712 modifies district court magistrate qualifications and appointment procedures.

Michigan SB0712 amends the qualifications and appointment procedures for district court magistrates. It specifies that magistrates must reside in or be employed by the county where they are appointed. It also modifies the appointment process for the thirty-sixth district, allowing the chief judge to appoint magistrates subject to county board approval. The bill further details the conditions under which magistrates can serve in multiple districts and outlines the reimbursement process for temporary service in another county.

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Civil Rights, Judiciary, And Public Safety Committee
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Calendar

Jun 4

12:00 PM

Senate Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety

History

Nov 13, 2025

Senate

Introduced By Senator Michele Hoitenga

Nov 13, 2025

Senate

Referred To Committee On Civil Rights, Judiciary, And Public Safety