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The Charitable Trust Section functions for Michigan citizens as a repository of financial and other information about charities they may want to support. At any one time there are more than 8,000 charities registered with the Attorney General's Charitable Trust Section. Most charities soliciting contributions in Michigan are required to register with the Charitable Trust Section. One of the goals of the Attorney General is to help educate the public and to assist them in making wise choices about what charities to support.

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The Great Lakes define Michigan’s borders, but they are so much more than that. The Great Lakes are the lifeblood of our state, boosting our economy and providing drinking water and adventure to so many. Their preservation is up to all of us, and we all have a responsibility to protect them.

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Catholic Church Clergy Abuse

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.

Contract Opportunities

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.

Conviction Integrity Unit

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.

Crime Victim Rights

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.

Expungement Assistance

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.

Flint Water Crisis Investigation

In late 2018, Attorney General Dana Nessel was elected and upon taking office in 2019, she made decisions to put a conflict wall in place that allowed her to lead the civil litigation into the Flint Water Crisis. The Office of Special Counsel was no longer needed, and Solicitor General Fadwa Hammoud and Wayne County Prosecutor Kym L. Worthy were tapped to lead the criminal investigation.

Hate Crimes Unit

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.

Human Trafficking

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 Identity Theft Support

MSU Investigation

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Restorative Practices

Restorative Practices

Michigan Attorney General's robocall initiative is leading several efforts to protect Michigan residents from the billion plus robocalls made to them every year.

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The Attorney General provides Consumer Alerts to inform the public of unfair, misleading, or deceptive business practices, and to provide information and guidance on other issues of concern. Consumer Alerts are not legal advice, legal authority, or a binding legal opinion from the Department of Attorney General.

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FOIA and Open Meetings

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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The Michigan Attorney General creates, updates, and provides resources on a variety of topics.

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Avoid Phone Scams
pdf pdf Consumer Complaints 101
Crime Victims Compensation
pdf pdf Crime Victim Rights
pdf pdf Dealing with Debt
Fighting Consumer Fraud
Giving Wisely - Helping Michigan Citizens Be Savvy Donors (Joint Publication)
Giving Wisely to Charity
pdf pdf Scanner Error Bill of Rights (rack card)
Scanner Error Bill of Rights wallet card
pdf pdf Top 10 Consumer Tips

Handouts

pdf pdf Ask First!
pdf pdf Human Trafficking Red Flags for First Responders
pdf pdf Human Trafficking Red Flags for Health Care Professionals
pdf pdf Human Trafficking Red Flags for Hospitality Industry
pdf pdf Human Trafficking Red Flags for the General Public
Michigan Legislature's Practical Guide for Tenants and Landlords
pdf pdf Safe Harbor for Trafficking Victims
pdf pdf Scam Prevention Resources

Publications

pdf pdf Attorney General Org Chart
pdf pdf FOIA Handbook
pdf pdf MI Military & Veterans Legal Services Guide
pdf pdf NAAG Servicemember Flyer
pdf pdf Open Meetings Act Handbook
Student Loan Guide

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