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MC 227b

Application for Human Trafficking Victim to Set Aside Conviction(s)

Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective July 1, 2024

This form is used to ask the court to cancel or set aside a conviction if the person believes the crime was a direct result of them being a victim of human trafficking. It requires the applicant to list the convictions they are asking about and attach certified copies of those convictions.

The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCL 780.621, MCL 780.621b, MCL 780.621d, MCL 780.622, MCL 780.623, MCL 780.772a, MCL 780.827a

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This form is used by someone who was convicted of a crime and believes that conviction happened because they were a victim of human trafficking. The instructions suggest filing it in the court where the original conviction happened.

Usually filed by the person starting the case.

Common questions

Who should file this form?
The form is titled for the 'Human Trafficking Victim,' suggesting the person who was the victim files it.
What documents are needed when filing?
The form requires attaching a certified copy of each conviction listed. The instructions also mention getting a fingerprint card and paying a fee.
If my conviction was not related to human trafficking, what form should I use?
The form notes that if the conviction is not directly related to being a victim of human trafficking, the applicant must use form MC 227.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect July 1, 2024.

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