Michigan Compiled Laws

Mich. Comp. Laws § 257.203a (2026)

Meaning of “commissioner” in MCL 257.301 to 257.327; effect of MCL 257.201 to 257.203a.

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MICHIGAN VEHICLE CODE

Act 300 of 1949

257.203a Meaning of “commissioner” in MCL 257.301 to 257.327; effect of MCL 257.201 to 257.203a.

Sec. 203a.

(1) As used in sections 301 to 327, "commissioner" means the secretary of state or an authorized representative of the secretary of state.

(2) Sections 201 to 203a shall not alter, modify, or amend the functions, duties, and responsibilities of an elected or appointed state or local official under this act.

History: Add. 1953, Act 215, Eff. Oct. 2, 1953 ;-- Am. 1978, Act 139, Eff. May 1, 1979

Notes of Decisions

Cited in 2 cases, 1971–1973 · leading case: Stanek v. Sec'y of State, 190 N.W.2d 288 (Mich. Ct. App. 1971).

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Stanek v. Sec'y of State, 190 N.W.2d 288 (Mich. Ct. App. 1971). “2 MOLA § 257.203a (Stat Ann 1968 Rev § 9.1903[1]).”

Brown v. Dep't of State, 206 N.W.2d 481 (Mich. Ct. App. 1973). · cites it 2× “” MCLA 257.203a; MSA 9.1903(1), provides: "Whenever in chapter 3 of this act, being sections 301 to 327, inclusive, of this act, any reference is made to 'commissioner’ such reference shall be deemed intended to be made to the director of the division of driver and vehicle…”

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