Dc102C Form – Fill Out and Use This PDF

Dc102C Form PDF Details

The DC 102c form, officially titled "Complaint to Recover Possession of Property," is a Michigan district court document used when a landlord or property owner needs to legally reclaim real property. It falls under the Michigan Court Rules (MCR 4.201) governing summary proceedings for possession of property.

Property owners file this complaint when a tenant or occupant remains on the premises without legal authority. Common situations that lead to filing include:

• A lease agreement that has expired without renewal
• Termination of tenancy following proper notice, such as a Michigan 7-day notice to vacate for nonpayment of rent
• Unauthorized occupancy or trespassing on the property
• A land contract default where the buyer fails to meet payment obligations

The complaint is filed in the district court of the county where the property is located. A court filing fee is required, and the amount varies by county. After the complaint is accepted, a hearing is typically scheduled within 10 days.

The form contains three main sections. The first section identifies the plaintiff (the person seeking possession), the defendant (the current occupant), and the property address. The second section specifies the grounds for possession using checkboxes and requires factual statements about the tenancy. The third section is a supplemental complaint for additional relevant details and the option to request a jury trial.

Completing the form accurately is critical. Both the plaintiff's and defendant's full legal names must match the lease or governing documents exactly. The property description must include the unit number where applicable. Any notices previously served to the occupant, such as a 3-day notice to vacate, must be attached to the complaint as exhibits.

After the court grants a judgment for possession, the plaintiff may request a writ of restitution if the defendant does not vacate. Both parties must receive proper service of the complaint and court summons before the hearing. Landlords are encouraged to review Michigan eviction notices and the statutory prerequisites that typically precede filing this complaint. Property owners dealing with title or estate matters alongside a possession dispute may also need a Michigan property transfer affidavit.