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Michigan Form DC 104: Judgment — Landlord-Tenant
What this form does, who files it, what it costs, and how to avoid the errors that get Michigan filings rejected.
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Quick Answer
What is Michigan form DC 104?
Form DC 104 is the judgment a Michigan district court enters at the end of an eviction case. It states what the tenant owes, whether possession is awarded, and how many days the tenant has before an order of eviction can issue.
Who files it
Usually prepared by the prevailing landlord and signed by the judge, or entered by the court after a consent agreement.
Where it goes
The district court hearing the eviction case.
Filing fee
None as a separate filing.
What you need before you start
- The case number and hearing date
- The exact amount of unpaid rent, late fees, and costs awarded
- The date by which the tenant must pay or vacate
- Any agreed payment plan terms
How to complete and file form DC 104
- 1
Attend the hearing or file the consent agreement reached with the tenant.
- 2
Complete DC 104 with exact figures — courts reject rounded or unsupported amounts.
- 3
Have the judge sign and the clerk enter the judgment.
- 4
Serve a copy on the tenant.
- 5
If the tenant does not comply by the deadline, request an order of eviction on DC 105.
Mistakes that get DC 104 rejected
- Including charges the lease does not authorize
- Requesting an order of eviction before the redemption period in the judgment has expired
- Not reducing the judgment amount after a partial payment, which can invalidate the eviction request
- Executing an eviction yourself instead of through a court officer