Arlan's Department Stores, Inc. v. Attorney General

These actions were filed to seek a declaratory judgment and to enjoin enforcement of PA 1962, No 128 (CL 1948, § 435.51 et seq. [Stat Ann 1963 Cum Supp § 18.857(1) et seq.)). Since the issues were identical, the cases were consolidated for decision and determination. "We make disposition of both by this opinion. Plaintiffs, operators of retail stores, sought to have the act declared unconstitutional and invalid. The circuit court, on motions for summary judgment heard considerable testimony, dismissed the complaints, and entered judgments for the defendants. Plaintiffs appeal.

The act purports…