Filing a Consumer Complaint in Michigan
How to report a business to the Michigan Attorney General or consumer agency, and your rights under the state's consumer protection law.
Short answer: The Michigan Department of Attorney General has an online complaint portal for submitting complaints. Michigan Department of Attorney General, Online Complaint Forms
| Filing a complaint | The Michigan Department of Attorney General has an online complaint portal for submitting complaints. |
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| Unfair and deceptive practices law | The Michigan Consumer Protection Act (Act 331 of 1976) prohibits unfair, unconscionable or deceptive practices in trade or commerce. A person who suffers a loss may sue for actual damages or $250, whichever is greater, plus reasonable attorney fees; class actions are limited to actual damages. Any person may also seek an injunction or a declaratory judgment. A lawsuit must be filed within 6 years after the practice or within 1 year after the last payment in the transaction, whichever ends later. |
Where to get help in Michigan
More Michigan consumer protection
- The Lemon Law in Michigan
- Your Right to Cancel a Purchase in Michigan
- Contractors and Repair Shops in Michigan
- All Michigan consumer protection rules
FAQ
How do you file a consumer complaint in Michigan?
The Michigan Department of Attorney General has an online complaint portal for submitting complaints.
What is the consumer protection law in Michigan?
The Michigan Consumer Protection Act (Act 331 of 1976) prohibits unfair, unconscionable or deceptive practices in trade or commerce. A person who suffers a loss may sue for actual damages or $250, whichever is greater, plus reasonable attorney fees; class actions are limited to actual damages. Any person may also seek an injunction or a declaratory judgment. A lawsuit must be filed within 6 years after the practice or within 1 year after the last payment in the transaction, whichever ends later.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.