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.
Knowing how to guard your personal information is your first line of defense against identity theft.
Michigan Attorney General's robocall initiative is leading several efforts to protect Michigan residents from the billion plus robocalls made to them every year.
Michigan's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), MCL 15.231 et seq, provides that requesters can receive copies or make inspections of most public records of public bodies upon written request.
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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As part of the Michigan Department of Attorney General's commitment to protecting seniors across the state, the Health Care Fraud Division is in place to hold health care providers accountable.
The Health Care Fraud Division also works in tandem with the Financial Crimes Division -- which houses the Elder Abuse Task Force -- on a number of legal actions.
The office also maintains a joint enforcement initiative with the Social Security Administration to protect residents of nursing homes from financial exploitation.
The Health Care Fraud Division (HCFD) exists to identify, prosecute, and prevent fraudulent activity by doctors, dentists, pharmacists, and other health care providers participating in the Medicaid program. Allegations of misappropriation of patient trust funds and identity theft in resident care facilities are also investigated. Taxpayer dollars provide health care to indigent patients and other recipients. It is vital that these dollars be effectively spent to help those in need. Fraud affects everyone - the recipients of care, the taxpayers who pay for it, and the overwhelming majority of providers who conscientiously provide quality care.
Department of Attorney General
Health Care Fraud Division
P.O. Box 30218
Lansing, MI 48909
Phone: 24-hour Hotline: 800-24-ABUSE or
(800-242-2873)
Fax: 517-241-6515 or 517-241-6545
(during business hours)
Department of Licensing and
Regulatory Affairs
Bureau of Professional Licensing
P.O. Box 30670
Lansing, MI 48909
Phone: 517-241-0199
Fax: 517-241-9416
Medicaid Fraud - For Allegations of Fraud, Waste and Abuse.
Office of Inspector General
P.O. Box 30062
Lansing, MI 48909
Phone: 855-MI-FRAUD or
(855-643-7283)
Fax: 800-223-8164
State Long Term Care Ombudsman -
Salli Pung
Michigan Long Term Care
Ombudsman Program
Michigan Elder Justice Initiative
15851 S. US 27, Ste. 73
Lansing, MI 48906
Phone: 866-485-9393
Fax: 517-574-5301
Department of Health and Human Services
Office of Recipient Rights
Information and Referral Hotline
Phone: 800-854-9090
Hearing impaired individuals may use the following number:
Michigan Relay Center: 7-1-1
Elder Law of Michigan, Inc.
3815 W. St. Joseph St., Ste. C-200
Lansing, MI 48917
Phone: 866-400-9164
Fax: 517-372-0792