Sec. 255.
In case of war, or a national emergency, when the national guard may be in the military service of the United States, the defense force shall be ready and able to protect the state in case of insurrection, invasion, disaster or other emergency, actual or imminent. In such case the governor, as commander-in-chief, may use the defense force augmented if necessary by all or a part of the unorganized militia not responsive to the orders of the president for the time being. The determination of the governor that an emergency exists or is imminent is conclusive.
History: 1967, Act 150, Imd. Eff. June 30, 1967
Structure Michigan Compiled Laws
Chapter 32 - Military Establishment
Act 150 of 1967 - Michigan Military Act (32.501 - 32.851)
150-1967-4 - Chapter 4 State Defense Force (32.651...32.687)
Section 32.655 - State Defense Force and Unorganized Militia; Determination of Emergency.
Section 32.659 - Service or Enlistment; Duration.
Section 32.663 - Oaths Required of Officers and Enlisted Personnel.
Section 32.667 - Oaths and Affirmations; Administration by Commissioned Officer.
Section 32.671 - Officers and Enlisted Personnel; Appointment, Duties and Authority; Records.
Section 32.679 - Training and Discipline Regulations.