Legal service of process

Electronic service (subpoenas only)

In accordance with MCR 2.506(G)(3) service of a Subpoena and order to attend may be sent by electronic transmission to EGLE-Subpoena@Michigan.gov. EGLE will make a reasonable effort to return a confirmation email within two business days, however, if EGLE does not confirm receipt of service within two business days, the Subpoena must be served by another method consistent with the Michigan Court Rules. Electronic service is NOT available for serving EGLE with a Summons and Complaint at this time.

Certified U.S. mail, FedEx, or UPS

For service by certified mail, the following address should be used for EGLE:

Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy
P.O. Box 30473
Lansing, MI 48909

Personal service

• An EGLE employee may accept personal service of a Summons and Complaint if the document specifically names the EGLE employee as a party, regardless of whether EGLE is also named as a party.
• An EGLE employee may accept personal service of a Subpoena only if the document specifically names the EGLE employee.
• Unless otherwise specified, an EGLE employee may NOT accept personal service of a Summons and Complaint or Subpoena if it:
  • names another EGLE employee;
  • names another EGLE employee and EGLE as parties;
  • or names only EGLE as a party.

• If the EGLE employee named in the Summons and Complaint or Subpoena is not available to accept personal service, the person attempting to serve the Subpoena or Complaint should request when the employee will be available at work and return at that time.
• If the Summons and Complaint or Subpoena names the EGLE Director, EGLE, or other member of the Executive Office, the Summons and Complaint or Subpoena must be served on EGLE’s Chief Deputy Director, his/her management assistant, or another member of EGLE’s Executive Office.