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MC 28

Notice to Prior Court of Proceedings Affecting Minor(s)

Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective September 1, 2008

This form is a notice sent to another court that tells them about court actions that might affect a minor child. It is used to inform the other court about a case or an order that has been filed.

The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCL 712A.2(b)(2), MCL 712A.3a, MCR 3.205, MCR 3.927, MCR 5.112

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Where this fits in a case

General & info

Information / general use — not tied to one step of a case

This form is used when a court is taking action that might change or affect an order that was previously made by a different court concerning a minor child.

Either party may file.

Common questions

What is this form for?
This form is a notice sent to another court to let them know about court actions that might affect a minor child. It is used to keep multiple courts aware of each other's proceedings regarding a minor.
Do I need to provide the minor's birth dates?
The form includes a note stating that the date(s) of birth of the minor(s) must be provided on a personal identifying information form (MC 97).
How far in advance must this notice be sent?
If item 1a is checked, the notice must be mailed at least 21 days before the scheduled hearing.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect September 1, 2008.

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