Summons (Landlord-Tenant)
Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective November 1, 2023
This form is a notice that a landlord has filed a complaint to ask the court for money to evict a tenant. It tells the tenant when and where they must appear in court.
The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCL 600.5735, MCR 2.102, MCR 4.201(C)
Where this fits in a case
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This form is used when a landlord has started a case against a tenant, usually because the landlord wants the tenant to leave the property.
Usually filed by the person starting the case.
Common questions
- What does this form tell me?
- It tells you that the person who filed the complaint wants a money judgment to evict you from a property. It also tells you when and where you must appear in court.
- What if I don't show up on time?
- The notice warns that if you are not in court on time, you might be evicted without a trial, and money judgment could be entered against you.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect November 1, 2023.
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