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The Michigan Department of Attorney General (DAG) works tirelessly to protect and serve the people of Michigan. The DAG handles a wide range of legal matters from civil and criminal cases, to providing legal counsel to state agencies and officers, to advocating for crime victims.

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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.

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Address Confidentiality Program

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Catholic Church Clergy Abuse

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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.

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Child Support

Conviction Integrity Unit

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The Conviction Integrity Unit (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

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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.

Elder Abuse

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Elder abuse happens when someone hurts, ignores, or takes advantage of an older adult. This may be someone who is of advanced age or is vulnerable and unable to protect themselves due to a mental or physical issues.

Expungement Assistance

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An expungement is a way to remove past offenses from your public record. Expansions under the “Clean Slate” laws include eligibility for up to three felonies and unlimited misdemeanors, excluding certain assault or weapons offenses and felonies that carry a maximum sentence of life in prison.

Hate Crimes and Domestic Terrorism Unit

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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

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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.

Job Court

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Michigan Identity Theft Support (MITS)

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Knowing how to guard your personal information is your first line of defense against identity theft.

Michigan Workers

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Michigan workers enjoy a wide variety of legal protections regarding issues at work. There are a number of state and federal statutes that protect their wages, safety, and well-being.

Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) Settlements

Missing or Murdered Indigenous People

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MSU Investigation

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Native Boarding School Investigation

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Opioids

Opioid addiction knows no social or economic barriers; it doesn’t care about race or gender. It claims young and old alike. The Michigan Department of Attorney General is committed to fighting this crisis.

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Organized Retail Crime

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Payroll Fraud

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Payroll Fraud

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Restorative Practices

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Restorative Practices

Robocalls

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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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Twin Flames Universe

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Multistates

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Multistates

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Polychlorinated Biphenyls

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County Public Administrators

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Elder Abuse

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Elder Abuse Task Force

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Health Care Fraud Division

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Senior Scams

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Sentinel Project

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Resources

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Fiscal Year 24 Special Grants in the Michigan Attorney General Budget

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Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

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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.

Open Meetings

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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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