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Michigan Form MC 302: Proof of Service
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 MC 302?
Form MC 302 tells the court who was served, what documents they received, and how and when service happened. Michigan courts treat a case as stalled until proof of service is on file, even when the other party actually received the papers.
Who files it
Whichever party served a document — or the process server who completed service on their behalf.
Where it goes
The clerk of the court handling your case, filed after service is complete.
Filing fee
None.
What you need before you start
- The exact name of the person served
- The date, time, and address where service happened
- The method used — personal delivery, registered mail, or another method the rules allow
- A list of every document that was served
- The signature of the person who served, and the return receipt if service was by mail
How to complete and file form MC 302
- 1
Complete the caption with the court, county, case number, and parties.
- 2
List each document that was delivered.
- 3
Fill in the date, time, place, and method of service.
- 4
Have the person who actually served sign — you cannot personally serve your own summons.
- 5
File the completed form with the clerk and keep a stamped copy.
Mistakes that get MC 302 rejected
- Serving your own summons and complaint, which Michigan does not allow
- Leaving the method-of-service section blank or checking a method the rules do not permit for that case type
- Filing proof of service after the summons has already expired
- Listing only some of the documents that were actually served