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MI SB0270

Bill

Status

Passed

12/30/2016

Primary Sponsor

Rick Jones

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Origin

Senate

98th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Establishes Michigan probate court jurisdiction over guardianship appointments if the individual resides in Michigan or is present in the state with a significant connection to it.

  • Establishes Michigan probate court jurisdiction over conservator appointments and protective orders if the individual resides in Michigan or is present in the state with a significant connection to it.

  • Requires courts to consider six factors when determining significant connection to Michigan, including the individual's wishes, family location, property location, length of presence in the state, and ties such as voting registration, tax filing, vehicle registration, and driver license.

  • Applies the same jurisdictional standards and significant connection factors to both guardianship and conservatorship proceedings.

  • Takes effect 90 days after enactment into law.

Legislative Description

Probate; guardians and conservators; probate court jurisdiction over guardianship and conservatorship proceedings; clarify. Amends 1998 PA 386 (MCL 700.1101 - 700.8206) by adding secs. 5301b & 5402a.

Probate: guardians and conservators

Last Action

Assigned Pa 0498'16 12/30/16 Addenda

12/30/2016

Committee Referrals

Judiciary4/15/2015

Full Bill Text

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