The Michigan Attorney General has determined that a full and complete investigation of what happened within the Catholic Church is required. This investigation is and will continue to be independent, thorough, transparent, and prompt. My department and this investigation will find out who knew what, and when.
The Michigan Department of Attorney General utilizes the services of Special Assistant Attorneys General from time to time when the unique circumstances of a particular case create the need for specialized services not currently available within the department.
The Conviction Integrity Unit (the “CIU”) investigates claims of innocence to determine whether there is clear and convincing new evidence that the convicted defendant was not the person who committed the offense.
In Michigan, a victim is an individual who suffers direct or threatened physical, financial, or emotional harm as a result of the commission of a crime.
The Task Force launched in 2019 and consists of more than 55 different organizations in the public, private and nonprofit sectors - all working together to combat elder abuse.
The laws regarding expungement of criminal offenses in Michigan changed in major ways in April of 2021. This page is designed to help applicants navigate their way through the new laws, help them determine if they are eligible to have convictions expunged, to answer frequently asked questions about the new laws, and to provide links for resources and assistance.
To investigate and prosecute hate crimes by following up on every credible tip and offer departmental resources to assist local and federal law enforcement partners in this effort.
The Michigan Attorney General is leading the fight against this horrific crime by prosecuting the state's first-ever criminal cases under state law banning human trafficking in Michigan. Victims of human trafficking are in bondage through force, fraud or coercion, for the purpose of sex or labor exploitation.
Michigan Identity Theft Support
Michigan Attorney General's robocall initiative is leading several efforts to protect Michigan residents from the billion plus robocalls made to them every year.
The Open Meetings Act (OMA) took effect January 1, 1977. In enacting the OMA, the Legislature promoted a new era in governmental accountability and fostered openness in government to enhance responsible decision making.1 Nothing in the OMA prohibits a public body from adopting an ordinance, resolution, rule, or charter provision that requires a greater degree of openness relative to public body meetings than the standards provided for in the OMA. 2
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April 21, 2020
LANSING – In an effort to continue to spread the word on the importance of consumer protection enforcement and education, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel today announced a series of informative videos that will be available periodically on the department’s official website and social media channels.
What was originally planned as an opportunity to host multiple consumer protection-focused events, AG Scam Jam has now transitioned into a digital format to ensure Michiganders can receive helpful information on how to protect their wallets while staying home to slow the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
“While we unfortunately cannot host events in person at this time, consumer protection information and education is still a priority to this office,” said Nessel. “Especially at a time when bad actors are working tirelessly to prey on fear and uncertainty, we must ensure that Michiganders are aware of the consumer protection resources available to them.”
The first video – posted on Friday – was all about stimulus payment scams and included important tips on how to avoid them.
Today’s video focuses on COVID-19 scams, internet surfing and the numerous consumer protection resources the Michigan Department of Attorney General provides.
By visiting the Consumer Protection webpage, Michiganders can access the scam alert of the day, scams currently in the news, a resource library of consumer alerts, the robocall crackdown page – equipped with actual phone recordings – frequently asked questions, and the consumer complaint form.
Everyone is encouraged to follow the AG’s Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram pages and subscribe to the department’s consumer alerts to receive the most up-to-date to date consumer news.
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