Judgment of Possession after Land Contract Forfeiture
Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective March 1, 2016
This form is a court document that officially declares that a land contract has been forfeited and that the person who started the case has the right to take possession of the property. It details the total amount owed and sets conditions for the defendant to avoid an eviction order.
The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCL 600.5741, MCL 600.5744(3), MCR 4.202(J), 50 USC App 521
Where this fits in a case
JudgmentStage: Judgment
This form is used in a legal process involving the loss of a land contract. It is issued by the court after a hearing, determining the outcome regarding possession of the property.
Prepared by the court or clerk.
Common questions
- Who fills out this form?
- The form is issued by the court, and it includes signature lines for the judge, plaintiff/attorney, and defendant/attorney.
- What does this form tell the parties?
- It informs the defendant that a judgment of possession is entered and that an order of eviction might be issued if certain payments or breaches are not fixed within a set time.
- Can someone appeal this judgment?
- The form advises that a person may file a motion for a new trial, a motion to set aside a default judgment, or an appeal within 10 days of the judgment.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect March 1, 2016.
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