DC 100A PDF Details

The DC 100A is Michigan's official Demand for Possession for Nonpayment of Rent notice. Michigan landlords use it when a tenant has not paid rent. The Michigan Supreme Court State Court Administrative Office (SCAO) approves and distributes this form for landlords across the state.

Before serving the notice, confirm you have a valid lease or rental agreement and written proof that rent is past due. The DC 100A does not apply when a tenant is being asked to leave for reasons other than unpaid rent.

Who Uses the DC 100A?

Michigan property owners and landlords file this notice when rent goes unpaid. The form applies to most residential rental situations, including:

Serving the DC 100A is the required first step before a landlord can file for eviction in Michigan District Court. Skipping this step will cause the court to dismiss the case.

What Information the Form Requires

Fill in all fields carefully. A missing name or incorrect rent amount can delay your hearing or lead to dismissal. The notice asks for:

Michigan's 7-Day Notice Rule

Michigan law gives residential tenants 7 days after receiving the notice. During those 7 days, the tenant has two options. They can pay all rent owed in full. Or they can vacate the property.

If the tenant does neither within 7 days, the landlord can file a complaint at the local Michigan District Court. Filing fees vary by county but typically range from $45 to $150. Bring the original signed notice and your lease to the hearing as supporting evidence.

How to Serve the Notice

Michigan courts require proper delivery for the notice to be valid. Three accepted methods exist:

Complete the Certificate of Service section on the back of the form after delivery. Enter the date you served the notice and sign. Keep a copy of the completed notice for your records. Courts may ask for proof of service at the hearing.

What Happens After Service

If the tenant pays all overdue rent within 7 days, the eviction process ends. No court filing is needed. If the tenant pays only part of the amount owed, the notice remains valid and you may still proceed to court.

If the tenant does not pay or vacate, file a summons and complaint at your county's Michigan District Court. The court sets a hearing date. Both parties must appear. Bring your original notice, lease, and any records of unpaid rent as evidence.

Related Michigan Eviction Forms

Other eviction situations require different forms. If a tenant violated lease terms beyond nonpayment, see the Form DC 100C for termination of tenancy. For a full overview of the Michigan eviction process, visit our Michigan eviction notice forms page. We also provide the Michigan 7-day eviction notice and a standard 3-day notice to vacate for other states.

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Form NameDc 100A Form
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How to Edit Dc 100A Form Online for Free

The DC 100A can be completed online with FormsPal's PDF editor. You do not need to download or install any software. The editor works in your browser and supports text entry, checkboxes, and digital signatures. Follow the steps below to fill out your Michigan demand for possession notice.

Step 1: Click the orange "Get Form" button at the top of the page. This opens the DC 100A in the FormsPal PDF editor so you can start filling in your notice right away.

Step 2: The editor lets you work with the PDF in several ways. Add text, correct existing entries, and insert your signature wherever required.

The form has several sections that need specific information. Work through each one in order:

1. Begin with the notice section at the top. Fill in the tenant's full name and the rental property address. Enter the total amount of rent owed and the specific months it covers. Set the payment or vacate deadline, which is usually 7 days under Michigan law. Add your name as landlord, your address, and your phone number.

DC 100A form section 1 - tenant name, rent owed, and deadline fields

2. The second section includes the tenant's options and the Certificate of Service. Fill in the date and sign the notice after you serve it. Required fields in this section include: the date, your signature, your address, and your phone number. The Certificate of Service asks you to confirm how and when you delivered the notice to the tenant.

DC 100A form section 2 - certificate of service and landlord signature

3. The third portion covers mobile home owner situations. If the tenant rents space in a mobile home park and has missed payments, complete this section. Enter the landlord or park owner name, the property address, the amount owed, and the payment deadline. Specify the number of days given to pay or vacate.

DC 100A form section 3 - mobile home park landlord and rent details

4. The fourth section contains legal help information and the second signature block. Fill in the date, your name, address, and phone number. This section also advises tenants on how to contact a lawyer or get free legal help in Michigan. Double-check all names, dates, and amounts before finishing.

DC 100A form section 4 - legal help notice, date, and landlord contact

Step 3: Review all fields before clicking "Done." Sign up for a free FormsPal account to save and download your completed notice at any time. Your information is protected on our secure platform.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Leaving the tenant name or property address blank
  • Entering the wrong rent amount or missing months
  • Forgetting to sign and date the Certificate of Service after delivery
  • Not giving the tenant the full 7-day period required under Michigan law
  • Failing to keep a copy of the served notice for court records

Frequently Asked Questions

What does DC stand for on the DC 100A?
DC stands for District Court. It refers to Michigan District Court forms, not Washington D.C. The DC 100A is a Michigan state court form.

Can a landlord file for eviction without serving the DC 100A first?
No. Michigan courts require landlords to serve this notice before filing an eviction complaint. Without proof of service, the court will dismiss the case.

What if the tenant pays rent after receiving the notice?
If the tenant pays the full amount owed before the deadline, the eviction process stops. You do not need to file in court. If they pay only part of the rent, the notice is still valid and you may proceed.

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