Overview
- Primary statute(s) in the source set
- MCL 484.125; MCL 445.111a, 445.111c
Do Not Call
- Registry information
- Federal DNC list designated as Michigan state list
Calls
- Voice-call coverage
- YES
Text Messages
- Text-message coverage
- Our current source set does not establish a state-specific rule on this point.
Robocalls & Recorded Messages
- Autodial / prerecorded-call information
- Recorded commercial messages regulated
Caller ID
- Caller-ID / spoofing information
- Caller-ID blocking rules
Private Enforcement
Private remedies and government penalties are separate. Whether a private claim is available depends on the statute, facts, and applicable prerequisites.
- Private action
- YES
- Prerequisites
- Depends on provision: subscriber contacted in violation of MCL 484.125; or person suffering loss under 445.111c
- Private remedy
- MCL 484.125: $1,000 + fees; MCL 445.111c: actual damages or $250, whichever greater + fees
- Attorney fees
- Express in both identified remedies
- Limitations
- Our current source set does not establish a state-specific rule on this point.
- Defenses / safe harbors
- Provision-specific consent/EBR exceptions
Government Enforcement
- Government enforcement / penalties
- Criminal misdemeanor fines also exist
Recent / Upcoming Changes
- 2025–2026 changes in the source set
- Our current source set does not identify an enacted 2025–2026 change; the reviewed materials include proposals.