Posted on June 19th, 2018
(1) A process parties can use to reach their own agreements without going to court. (2) Binding Mediation – A procedure used to determine a disputed matter. The Mediator’s decision is binding upon parties. See Arbitration.…
Posted on June 19th, 2018
A claim against real or personal property. The owner cannot sell the property without first paying the debt. It also subjects the property to be seizure and sale.…
Posted on June 19th, 2018
Law Enforcement Information Network. A computer system containing files on wanted persons, convictions and various court orders. This network is maintained by the Michigan State Police and links all criminal justice agencies in the United Stattes, Canada and some other countries.…
Posted on June 19th, 2018
The power of the court to decide cases before it. This power depends on the type of case and how closely connected the parties are to the county where the court is located.…
Posted on June 19th, 2018
The panel which reviews and investigates complaints against judges, and makes recommendations to the Supreme Court for discipline or removal, if appropriate.…
Posted on June 19th, 2018
An order of the family division which provides: 1. Parents will share in major decisions affecting their children (joint legal custody). 2. Children will live with one parent part of the time and the other parent part of the time (joint physical custody).…