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MC 29

Notice of Intent to Destroy Disclosure and/or Discovery Materials

Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective January 1, 2020

This form is a notice that tells everyone involved in a case that certain papers and evidence related to the case will be taken out of the court file and destroyed on a specific date.

The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCR 2.316

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Where this fits in a case

Discovery

Stage: Discovery

This form is used when enough time has passed since a final judgment or dismissal, and no appeal has been filed or the appeal process is finished.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who needs to file this form?
The form is addressed to all attorneys and unrepresented parties, suggesting it is filed by someone involved in the case to notify others.
What must happen before the materials are destroyed?
If a party wants to keep the materials, they must either pick them up from the clerk's office before the destruction date or file a written objection.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2020.

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