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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July 28, 2021
LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is issuing warning signs of rental scams today, which is the national Rental Assistance Day of Action.
The day of action was organized to promote the historic funding available for emergency rental assistance through the American Rescue Plan. Also today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) launched a new tool that allows renters and landlords to find information on rental assistance in their area.
Locally, the Michigan State Housing Development Authority used federal dollars to create the COVID Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) program, which provides resources to help tenants facing pandemic-related hardships avoid eviction while also ensuring landlords can recoup owed rent.
While support is available for those who need it, it's also important to remember that bad actors are always looking for opportunities to scam people currently searching for a place to live.
Nessel's new Rental Listing Scams Consumer Alert explains ways bad actors will promote a property that isn't a legitimate listing in an effort to cheat an interested renter out of money.
Fraudulent rental listings typically happen in two ways:
"So many people are navigating the housing market right now, which makes it even more important to remain vigilant against scams," Nessel said. "Never pay for a rental property without seeing it in person and meeting with the landlord. You should also search the listing online to ensure it wasn't copied fraudulently. Do your homework and trust your instincts if something feels off about a listing - even if it offers a big savings in your rent payment."
More tips on how to avoid a rental listing scam can be found in the consumer alert.
The Department provides a library of resources for consumers to review anytime on a variety of topics as well as additional resources for landlords and tenants.
Your connection to consumer protection is just a click or phone call away. Consumer complaints can be filed online at the Attorney General's website, or by calling 877-765-8388.
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