Should I Use a Public Defender For My Criminal Case? Your right to be represented by legal counsel when you are charged with a crime is very important. A criminal defense attorney understands the laws applicable to your charges, the rules of evidence, and the court rules. An attorney also knows how to develop the…
DetailsWhat Are My Legal Rights? The Bill of Rights in the U.S. Constitution guarantees civil rights for every citizen. Sadly, many of these rights are violated when police officers investigate a crime, conduct an interrogation, and make an arrest. You may think that police misconduct must be in the form of excessive force or abuse…
DetailsBackground Information about the 2017 City Marijuana Ordinance A pro-marijuana group “Let Lansing Vote” sued the city of Lansing back in November 2017 in an effort to have the city council repeal it’s 2017 medical marijuana ordinance or to bring the issue before voters. Many residents and current business owners are not happy with the…
DetailsAfter years of debate and numerous hearings, Lansing has finally come up with a new medical marijuana ordinance early this September. This 38 page ordinance was delayed in part because of the Medical Marijuana facilities act (MMFLA), which was passed last year. As many of you know, this new Ordinance essentially opts into the New…
DetailsMichigan About to Pass New Medical Marijuana Laws: Will This Affect Me? After a couple years of contemplation, the Michigan legislature has finally passed a comprehensive law to regulate dispensaries in Michigan. The bills currently await the signature of the Governor before they become law. Included in the package is a reform of the edibles…
DetailsIn early January of this year, lawmakers changed the Michigan Drunk Driving Statute without too much fanfare. Their intention was to allow the “preliminary” roadside analysis to be used when determining if the driver is under the influence of alcohol or drugged driving. Traditionally, a comprehensive field sobriety test such as walking a straight line,…
DetailsAs you might have heard, there was a a provision included in the omnibus spending bill that was passed by Congress 3 weeks ago dealing with medical marijuana. There has been a lot of discussion about this provision and the possible impact that it will have in Michigan and the rest of the country. An…
DetailsIf The Newest Marijuana Bill Passes, Landlords Can Limit Your Usage! Anti-Marijuana Bill (SB 783) is an amendment to the Michigan Medical Marijuana Act that could potentially limit a person’s use. It could potentially limit renters from using or growing as well as making it illegal to consume medical marijuana in any public place for…
DetailsSince being enacted by the public in 2008, medical marijuana has permeated almost all aspects of the Michigan justice system. It seems like every couple of months a new ruling is issued by the Court of Appeals or the Michigan Supreme Court regarding the permitted uses of medical marijuana in this state. However, despite the…
DetailsLast week, the Supreme Court heard a crucial case to the patients and caregivers in the State of Michigan. While the decision is still months away, this could potentially decide the fate of medical marijuana in Michigan forever. Many local laws or ordinances have been enacted over the past couple of years in a blatant…
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