Michigan Civil Rights Commission v. Clark

In case 12003, Eleanor Hoffman filed a complaint with Michigan Civil Rights Commission (hereinafter CRC) alleging an unfair housing practice against Mrs. Clark. The CRC issued a "charge” and sent notice of hearing to Mrs. Clark. Pursuant to MCLA 564.401a; MSA 26.1300(401a), the latter petitioned circuit court for removal of jurisdiction to the circuit court. This petition was granted and the CRC moved to set aside the order granting removal, claiming that the removal statute was unconstitutional. By written opinion, the trial court held the statute was constitutional and denied the motion. On…