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DC 542

Small Claims Notice of Intent to Dismiss for No Progress

Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective June 1, 2026

This form is a notice from the court that tells the people involved that their case might be thrown out if no one takes action. It states that the case will be dismissed if no progress is made within 14 days of the notice being signed.

The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCR 4.303(D)

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Where this fits in a case

Motions

Stage: Motions

This form is used when the court believes that no action has been taken on a small claims case for at least 91 days.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
The form states that this form is completed by the court.
What does this notice mean?
It means the case might be dismissed if no progress is made within 14 days of the date the notice is signed.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect June 1, 2026.

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