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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Personal Information Collection & Use
The Michigan Department of Attorney General collects the personal information requested on the application form to enroll you in the Address Confidentiality Program and provide address confidentiality services to you. The Department of Attorney General collects this personal information pursuant to 2020 PA 301, MCL 780.851, et seq. Personal information sufficient to verify your identity and prevent fraud is required to participate in the program.
Personal Information Sharing & Visibility
Some of the personal information collected in the ACP application will be shared with other State agencies to provide address confidentiality services to you. This information will be shared when necessary and used in alignment with the purposes of the Address Confidentiality Program. Non-identifying cumulative statistical information about the program may be shared for purposes such as research and funding. Victim advocates and application assistants may see your personal information as they help you with your ACP application.
Personal Information Management
You can update and correct your personal information by updating your information in the ACP system or following the process outlined in the ACP Handbook. You must renew your request to participate in the Address Confidentiality Program every four years and may update your personal information at that time as well.
Storage of Personal Information
Your personal information will be kept securely the length of time required by the applicable retention and disposal schedule. After retention requirements are met, your personal data will be disposed of in a secure manner.
Consent to Collect & Use Personal Information
By creating an account to complete the ACP application and applying to participate in the Address Confidentiality Program, you consent to the State of Michigan collecting this information and using it as described in this notice and 2020 PA 301, MCL 780.851, et seq.
Withdrawal of Consent
You may withdraw consent for your personal information to be used in the program by completing the steps to withdraw from the program as outlined in the ACP Handbook.