Terms Used In Michigan Laws 333.13109

  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
  • person: may extend and be applied to bodies politic and corporate, as well as to individuals. See Michigan Laws 8.3l
    (1) Except as otherwise provided in section 13110, a person who violates this part or a rule promulgated under this part is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 93 days or a fine of not more than $2,500.00, or both, for each violation.
    (2) A person who violates this part or a rule promulgated under this part is liable in a civil action for actual damages or $1,000.00, whichever is greater, plus reasonable court costs, attorney fees, and any other fines, fees, or claims for reimbursement as determined by the court or the department.