Michigan Eviction Laws — A Landlord's Guide (2026)
Michigan has a fast, landlord-friendly process. 7-day notice for non-payment, 30-day for termination without cause on month-to-month.
Statute: MCL 600.5714 et seq.
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Notice types
7-day demand for possession (non-payment). 7-day notice to quit (lease violation). 30-day notice (month-to-month termination, no cause). 24-hour notice (criminal activity, drug-related).
Filing summons & complaint
After notice expires, file in district court (~$45-$75 filing fee). Tenant served by court officer, hearing within 10 days of filing.
Court hearing
Tenant must answer at hearing or default. If landlord prevails, judgment for possession + 10-day stay. After 10 days, writ of restitution.
Writ execution
Court officer schedules eviction (set-out). Total timeline: 21-35 days from 7-day notice to lockout typical.
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