Frequently Asked Questions
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DISCLAIMER: "The answers provided are not meant to be a substitute for legal advice."
GENERAL FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- What is the Michigan Tax Tribunal?
- Can I call the Tribunal for assistance on my appeal?
- Where can I get a copy of the Tribunal Rules?
- Where can I find the Tax Tribunal Act?
- Where can I get a copy of the Michigan Court Rules?
- How do I begin a case?
- Where do I file my appeal?
- Will you provide me with a copy of forms?
- Can I represent myself at the Tribunal or do I need an attorney?
- If I represent myself, what are my responsibilities?
- What is the Tribunal's procedure for a Small Claims matter?
- What will happen if I file an incomplete petition or file a petition without the required attachments?
- Can I fax or e-mail my forms or documents to you?
- What are the Tribunal's fees for filing a petition or a motion in Small Claims?
- How do I pay the filing fees?
- Is there any way to have the fees waived?
- I have received a copy of the Small Claims answer form from the respondent. What do I do now?
- When will the hearing be scheduled?
- Where will my hearing be held?
- How will I be notified of the hearing?
- What happens at a Small Claims hearing before the Tribunal?
- How can I prove to the Tribunal that my property assessment is excessive?
- What are the requirements for the submission of evidence in a Small Claims matter?
- What if I can't attend the hearing on the date on which it is scheduled?
- How do I withdraw my appeal?
- What if I settle my case before the hearing?
- How long will it take to get a decision on my appeal?
- How do I find out the status of my appeal?
- What if the respondent does not comply with the Tribunal's decision?
- What if I am not satisfied with the decision?
- How does the Tribunal determine the filing date?
- Why does my docket number have an 'R' in it?
- Where would I find a list of frequently used terms?
- What are the jurisdictional limits for Small Claims Division?
- How do I request handicap parking for a hearing at the Tax Tribunal?
E-FILING FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- What is e-filing?
- What are the requirements of e-filing?
- Is the e-filing system compatible with all browsers?
- Can one e-filing user account be used by multiple people?
- Can one e-mail address be used by multiple people?
- Am I required to electronically file my pleadings/documents?
- What can I file electronically?
- Why don’t my cases show up in my "My Cases" section?
- I filed my petition with the Tribunal via electronic submission, how do I serve the petition on the appropriate parties?
- I filed my answer to the petition with the Tribunal via electronic submission, how do I serve the answer on the appropriate parties?
- How do I serve all pleadings/documents, other than the petition?
- Will the Tribunal dictate the means of service between parties?
- Will the Tribunal electronically serve orders, decisions, and other documents on the parties?
- Can the parties opt out of electronic service from the Tribunal once they have elected to e-file?
- How can I expect to receive electronically served documents and notices?
- Can I electronically file a document without an electronic/credit card payment?
- Will I receive confirmation that my pleading/documents were electronically filed?
- If I pay using a credit card, will I receive a receipt/confirmation of payment?
- What happens if the Tribunal grants my request for a refund or the Tribunal, on its own, determines I am entitled to a refund of a credit card payment?
- How do I view what has been electronically filed?
- Can I e-file some evidence and mail some evidence (i.e. e-file valuation disclosure but mail in photographs)?
- How can I e-file something and keep it confidential?
- Are proofs of service needed on electronically filed documents?
- How do I change my username and password if my contact information has changed or I have forgotten my username or password?
- What computer software is needed to participate in e-filing?
- What document formats are permitted (.doc, .pdf, .jpg)?
- When are documents submitted through e-filing considered filed by the Tribunal?
- Who is responsible for redacting documents?
- Who can I contact if I have questions regarding e-filing?