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MI SB0849

Bill

Status

Passed

3/8/2012

Primary Sponsor

Joseph Hune

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Origin

Senate

96th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Reduces Michigan Court of Appeals from 28 judges to 24 judges, with each of 4 judicial districts reduced from 7 to 6 judges
  • Redefines the geographic composition of the 4 judicial districts, redistributing which counties belong to each district
  • Implements the transition to 24 judges by eliminating vacant judgeships first, then allowing judgeships to expire naturally as incumbent judges leave office without seeking reelection
  • Protects judges appointed by the governor from elimination unless they decline to seek election at the next general election
  • Effective date: March 25, 2012

Legislative Description

Legislature; apportionment; redistricting of the court of appeals; provide for. Amends secs. 301 & 302 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.301 & 600.302) & adds sec. 303a.

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Last Action

Assigned Pa 0040'12 With Immediate Effect

3/8/2012

Committee Referrals

Redistricting And Elections12/8/2011
Redistricting11/10/2011

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