Civil procedure: evictions; award for unlawful eviction; modify. Amends sec. 2918 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2918).

This bill modifies Michigan's civil procedure laws to strengthen penalties for landlords who unlawfully evict tenants or interfere with their right to occupy a property. It allows tenants to recover three times their actual damages, up to $2,000 or $200 per day, whichever is greater, and permits courts to award additional punitive damages in cases involving violations of court orders, prolonged interference, or repeated misconduct. The legislation also establishes specific exceptions where landlords may legally enter premises, such as when acting under a court order, making necessary repairs, or dealing with deceased tenants after following strict notification and waiting periods. Furthermore, the bill requires that any civil fines imposed for egregious conduct be deposited into the state housing fund.