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Act 455 of 1982
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THE LIBRARY PRIVACY ACT

Act 455 of 1982

AN ACT to provide for the confidentiality of certain library records; to provide for certain exceptions to the confidentiality of those library records; to provide for the selection and use of library materials; and to provide remedies.


History: 1982, Act 455, Eff. Mar. 30, 1983 ;-- Am. 2020, Act 315, Eff. Mar. 29, 2021




The People of the State of Michigan enact:

DocumentTypeDescription
Section 397.601SectionShort title.
Section 397.602SectionDefinitions.
Section 397.603SectionLibrary record not subject to disclosure requirements; release or disclosure of library record without consent prohibited; exception; procedure and form of written consent; hearing; disclosure exception.
Section 397.604SectionViolation of MCL 397.603; liability; civil action; damages; attorney fees and costs; equitable relief.
Section 397.605SectionSelection and use of library materials.
Section 397.606SectionRestriction of internet access to minors; immunity from liability; exceptions.
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