This bill amends the Revised Judicature Act of 1961 by updating the fee schedule for various legal processes served in Michigan. Key changes include an increase in fees for personal service of a summons and complaint, affidavits, garnishments, and eviction orders, among others. For instance, the fee for personal service of a summons and complaint has been raised from $26.00 to $38.00, and the fee for a civil bench warrant has increased from $40.00 to $50.00. Additionally, the bill introduces new provisions regarding fees for serving documents related to personal protection orders and extreme risk protection orders, ensuring that no fees are charged to petitioners in these cases, while allowing law enforcement agencies to charge a maximum of $50.00 for service.

The bill also clarifies that authorized individuals serving process may charge fees exceeding those prescribed if agreed upon in writing, and it establishes penalties for those who charge illegal fees. Furthermore, it specifies that mileage reimbursement is calculated at 1.5 times the state civil service rate and outlines the collection process for fees related to property seizure. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of two other specified bills in the legislature.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (H-1): 600.2559
House Introduced Bill: 600.2559