In late May, Detroit police, along with federal law enforcement agencies, raided what the media described as a “massive marijuana grow operation.”
It turned out to be Viola Brands a temporary licensed medical marijuana and cannabis company in Detroit that was founded by former NBA player Al Harrington.
It was raided even though they should have known it was legal.
Six people were arrested and charged with felonies. The crop — more than 1,000 plants valued at several million of dollars, 100 pounds of marijuana along with lights, fans and testing equipment, were seized.
U.S. Border Patrol was credited with an assist. A Border Patrol agent who works in “gang intel” and was “embedded” with the Detroit Police Department conducted a “thorough investigation,” and obtained a search warrant, Detroit police Sgt. Gerry Johnson told a local television station.
“This is one of the most sophisticated operations I’ve seen in a long time,” Johnson said.
Viola Brands had a state permit as well as local building permits.
Case Dismissed
On July 31, Komorn Law as well as other defense attorneys got Judge Kenneth King of 36th District Court to dismissed the case “in the interest of fairness.”
According to a defense attorney involved in the case
The Detroit Police apparently forgot — or did not bother — to secure the door to the facility after the raid, allowing burglars to enter and make off with expensive equipment the police did not seize
How did Detroit Police manage to “investigate” and “raid” a “marijuana operation” without figuring out that it was licensed by the city?
Detroit’s building inspection department is owed at least some of the blame. When police called to see if the operation was legitimate — the “investigation” referred to above — Detroit building inspectors gave the wrong answer and said that there shouldn’t have been a grow there.
Detroit building inspectors are digging in their heels, insisting that the grow at Viola Brands was illegal.
In court, prosecutors argued that Viola Brands was licensed only to “sell” at the facility, and not to grow.
“That’s absurd,” said medical marijuana defense attorney Michael Komorn in an interview with the Detroit News. “It’s a semantic issue because I would say everyone would understand that if they’ve been given permission to sell it, of course a medical marijuana caregivers center includes growing and cultivating marijuana.”
Komorn’s question — as well as the many other questions of who might be liable to damages done to Viola Brands during the raid now appears headed to a courtroom.
Komorn Law has represented numerous clients through the legal chaos of starting up a business in the Michigan Medical Marihuana Industry.
If you or someone you know is facing charges as a result of Medical Marijuana, DUI, Drugs, Forfeiture, Criminal Enterprise, etc. Please contact our office and ensure you’re defended by an experienced lawyer in the evolving laws.
Lead attorney Michael Komorn is recognized as an expert on the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act. He is the President of the Michigan Medical Marijuana Association (MMMA), a nonprofit patient advocacy group which advocates for the rights of medical marijuana patients and their caregivers.
Contact us for a free no-obligation case evaluation 800-656-3557.
Do you want to keep that criminal record? The time to get it expunged is now. The laws and the requirements have changed making it easier to remove that debacle from your life that you may or may not have done (but plead to it anyway). Get your future back in order and feel confident about filling out job applications, social activities and so much more.
Explanation of Recent Changes to the Expungement Statute, MCL 780.621 et seq., amended by 2014 PA 463(eff. Jan 12, 2015)
1.16 The Former Criminal Expungement Rule.
The eligibility rules before 2011 were (1) that the offender had to have only one conviction on his or her record, (2) that the conviction was for an eligible offense, and (3) that the petition could not be filed until five years after the imposition of sentence or completion of incarceration, whichever was later. Ineligible offenses were those with a maximum penalty of life and attempts to commit those crimes, certain sex crimes and attempts to commit those crimes, and traffic offenses.
2011 Criminal Expungement Rule Change.
In June 2011, the legislature expanded the list of eligible offenders but narrowed the list of eligible offenses. An eligible offender included an individual with a single conviction on his or her record and also an individual who had one felony conviction and not more than two “minor offense” convictions. “Minor offense” was defined as an offense committed before the offender’s 21st birthday and for which the maximum penalty was not more than 90 days and a fine of not more than $1,000. The list of ineligible offenses was expanded to include child sexually abusive activity, using the Internet or computer to commit a crime, and attempts to commit those crimes. 2011 PA 64 (eff. June 23, 2011).
2015 Criminal Expungement Rule Change.
Once again, the legislature expanded the list of eligible offenders but narrowed the list of eligible offenses. The legislature also changed the timing rules and expanded the definition of “misdemeanor” and “felony” conviction to include deferred and diverted matters.
Practical Implications
1.17 Eligible Offender. As of January 12, 2015, an eligible offender includes (1) an individual with a single conviction, (2) an individual with one felony conviction and two misdemeanor convictions, or (3) an individual with no felony convictions and two misdemeanor convictions. In the second scenario, the offender may petition to expunge the felony conviction alone. In the third scenario, the individual may petition to expunge one or both misdemeanor convictions. MCL 780.621(1)(a)–(b), .624.
Eligible Offenses. An individual may not petition for the expungement of a felony conviction for which the maximum penalty is life imprisonment or attempts to commit those crimes, certain sex crimes and attempts to commit those crimes (including child sexually abusive activity; second degree child abuse; CSC first, second, third, and fourth degree; and assault with intent to commit CSC), and traffic offenses including drunk driving. The list also includes human trafficking convictions and a felony domestic violence conviction if the offender has a prior misdemeanor domestic violence conviction. MCL 780.621(3).
CSC Fourth Degree. If the offender was convicted of CSC fourth degree before January 12, 2015, the individual may petition to expunge this conviction if the individual has no more than two “minor offenses” on his or her record (see the definition of “minor offense” above). There is no relief for a CSC fourth degree conviction entered after January 12, 2015. The statute is unclear about what happens for a CSC fourth degree conviction entered on January 12, 2015. MCL 780.621(1)(c).
Misdemeanor Conviction. This term is now defined to include misdemeanor offenses under a penal law of this state, another state, an Indian tribe, the law of the United States, a local ordinance, etc. It also includes misdemeanor and felony matters deferred or dismissed under certain liquor code provisions, drug court diversions, veterans court diversions, HYTA, MCL 333.7411, domestic violence diversion, parental kidnapping diversion, and certain health care violations. MCL 780.621(2), (16)(f).
Felony Conviction. For purposes of the offense to be set aside, this term applies to Michigan crimes for which the maximum penalty is more than one year or crimes that are designated by law to be a felony. For purposes of determining the offender’s prior record, this term includes convictions from this state, another state, or the United States if the offense is punishable by imprisonment for more than one year or is designated by law to be a felony. MCL 780.621(16)(c).
Five-Year Wait. Previously, the individual was not allowed to file a petition until five years from the date of sentencing or five years from the completion of incarceration, whichever was later. Now, the five-year period runs from the completion of probation; the completion of parole; the completion of a prison sentence if no parole is granted (or is revoked); the completion of a jail sentence if no probation is imposed; or the date of sentencing if there is no incarceration, probation, or parole. MCL 780.621(5).
Renewed Petitions. If the application is denied, it may not be refiled for at least three years unless the court specifies an earlier date in the order denying the application. MCL 780.621(6).
Prostitution Convictions.Effective January 14, 2015, an individual may petition to expunge one or more prostitution convictions under MCL 750.448, .449, and .450, if the individual can prove by a preponderance of the evidence that the crime was committed as a direct result of being a victim of human trafficking (i.e, forced prostitution). There appears to be no limit on the number of prostitution convictions that may be expunged, and there is no time limitation for the filing of the petition (i.e., it may be filed without a five-year wait). MCL 780.621(4), (7), (13), amended by 2014 PA 335 (eff. Jan 14, 2015).
Minor Offense.This term is now relevant only for CSC fourth degree convictions entered before January 12, 2015. “Minor offense” means a misdemeanor or ordinance violation committed before the age of 21 with a maximum penalty not to exceed 90 days and a maximum fine not to exceed $1,000. MCL 780.621(1)(c).
Komorn Law has represented numerous clients through the legal chaos of starting up a business in the Michigan Medical Marihuana Industry, the criminal justice system and criminal record expungement.
If you or someone you know is facing charges as a result of Medical Marijuana, DUI, Drugs, Forfeiture, Criminal Enterprise, etc. Please contact our office and ensure you’re defended by an experienced lawyer in the evolving laws.
Lead attorney Michael Komorn is recognized as an expert on the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act. He is the President of the Michigan Medical Marijuana Association (MMMA), a nonprofit patient advocacy group which advocates for the rights of medical marijuana patients and their caregivers.
Contact us for a free no-obligation case evaluation 800-656-3557.
Komorn Law has represented numerous clients through the legal chaos of starting up a business in the Michigan Medical Marihuana Industry.
If you or someone you know is facing charges as a result of Medical Marijuana, DUI, Drugs, Forfeiture, Criminal Enterprise, etc. Please contact our office and ensure you’re defended by an experienced lawyer in the evolving laws.
Lead attorney Michael Komorn is recognized as an expert on the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act. He is the President of the Michigan Medical Marijuana Association (MMMA), a nonprofit patient advocacy group which advocates for the rights of medical marijuana patients and their caregivers.
Contact us for a free no-obligation case evaluation 800-656-3557.
What’s up Facebook and Twitter. I hear you are trying to control what we read and see? Are you saying we have had too much to think…and you have to cut us off?
Someone asked me to write a blog about Facebook and Twitter shadow banning. There have been a lot of reports out lately of you elite tech overlords “shadow banning” specific topics or groups of people like marijuana even including some Government pages.
I have been reading and hearing about it and I just don’t really care about it at the moment. I don’t believe the news anymore and things on the internet and I don’t use Facebook or Twitter. Some would say that makes one socially inept and somewhat a criminal. I say GFY.
Shadow banning, shunning, exiling, manipulation, agenda, propaganda whatever you want to call it. It’s been going on in some shape or form since the dawn of man…whoops…humans…whoops..people or whatever we are today.
I am just going to post the article someone found and forwarded to me and give the writer all the credit. Because it’s Monday and I just don’t give a crap today to have to think about this and all the BS that is being spewed from so many orafices on the TV, radio, internet and office talk.
I am taking the rest of the day off as a “mental health day” in a safe space without my tethering gadgets. In other words I will be relaxing in the pool – in the deep end – without my phone, tablet or laptop with friends.
Recently, pages with “marijuana” and “cannabis” in their names stopped appearing in search results.
The pages are still active and can be found via direct links, but users without the URLs or bookmarks are out of luck, leading to questions about whether the social network is “shadow banning” the pages.
Facebook has yet to offer an explanation for this snafu, which is, for example, affecting the page for the California Bureau of Cannabis Control, the official government agency that regulates the state’s multi billion-dollar industry, as well as cannabis-focused media outlets like Marijuana Moment and Marijuana Business Daily and nonprofit advocacy groups like the Marijuana Policy Project.
Wow. Facebook is shadow-banning @BCCinfo_dca, the California state agency regulating cannabis, putting it on the same level as InfoWars. pic.twitter.com/rFipqeWSSa
A “shadow ban” is the term used for when a user’s web resource–a social-media page or a web-forum post–isn’t deleted or blocked, but is only visible to the individual user.
Since 2014, when legal marijuana marketplaces opened up in Washington and Colorado, all major social networks declared cannabis-related ads verboten. To this day, significant limitations remain.
Advertisements for marijuana businesses or advocating cannabis use are regularly blocked on Facebook and other social-media websites—including Instagram, which is also a Facebook property—for violating community standards, which ban the sale of “illegal drugs.”
Algorithms often block promotions for news articles or other noncommercial posts that merely mention “marijuana” or “cannabis,” a situation that often requires lengthy appeals processes to clear automatically flagged content that doesn’t actually violate terms of service.
But this may be the first time access to a government agency’s marijuana-related page has been interrupted in this way.
In this case, the disruption is significant: Marijuana industry attorneys, entrepreneurs and businesspeople rely on BCC’s Facebook page for notices of upcoming meetings and for easy access to the latest iteration of the state’s lengthy and complication rules for the marijuana industry.
BCC staff are aware of the issue and have contacted Facebook for an explanation, but have yet to receive one.
“We have reached out to Facebook with no response so far,” BCC spokesman Alex Traverso said in an email to Marijuana Moment. “This is the first time something like this has happened. In fact, we’ve even done promoted posts on Facebook before without any issue.”
Reached via email, a spokesperson for Facebook asked for more information about the situation. After it was provided, the spokesperson did not respond to further requests for comment.
“It’s clear that something’s happened,” said Sylvia Chi, an Oakland, California-based attorney with clients in the marijuana space. “But it’s not clear what.”
It’s not just BCC; this “shadowban” seems to work by not surfacing any page that has “cannabis” or “marijuana” in the title through Facebook’s search, EXCEPT on the Facebook app for iOS. Other affected pages include @NCIAorg@MarijuanaPolicy, @MarijuanaMoment, and @MJBizDaily.
Users accessing Facebook via the iOS app have been able to find cannabis-related pages they already follow on the main search results tab, but tapping the “Pages” tab yields an empty result.
Chi theorized that the snafu is a “bug” or glitch rather than a conscious choice to de-list or shadow ban marijuana pages.
“I think their community standards around marijuana are problematic,” said Chi, who noted Facebook had earlier this year updated its guidelines to prohibit minors from seeing advertisements of gun accessories. “It seems like they could do the same thing for marijuana, but just don’t want to.”
I'm a medical marijuana patient. Police raided my house and painted me to be a felonious criminal, seized property from me, and ruined my life. I hired Michael cause I heard him on his radio show. This dude is the real deal. He got me out of quite the mess.
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Best MMMP attorney in Michigan!
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Michael fought vigorously in my defense. He left no stone unturned. He knew the MMMP laws and cases like the back of his hand and educated the judge on the proper application of the standards. He was ready for combat and prepared for victory. He guided me through a two year legal battle for my freedom and we won! Good guy, big heart, champion of the people!
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Komorn Law wins
5.0 stars
Posted by Al Harrington
August 3, 2018
The Viola Brand family cannot be more grateful to Michael, Sean and the Komorn team. They went above and beyond expectations and turned a negative situation positive. Michael created a strategy that ultimately lead to the best possible outcome in our case; complete dismissal of all charges, as well as the return of hundreds of thousands of dollars in equipment and assets.
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Case Dismissed
5.0 stars
Posted by anonymous
June 27, 2018
I was charged with manufacture and intent with distribute. He was very professional and has a great team, they did a great job for me. Michael was very informative and reassuring throughout the whole process. When prosecutors see him coming they run the other way.
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Outstanding performance
5.0 stars Posted by Andrew May 29, 2018 Attorney Komorn managed to secure my driving privileges for me after an alleged DUI. I was resigned to a minimum 90 day ban, I walked away without a single days suspension, his knowledge and experience were the deciding factor on the day, cannot recommend highly enough.
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ALL CHARGES DISMISSED !
5.0 stars Posted by Adam May 17, 2018 My Komorn law experience was nothing short of amazing. I was charged with 3 counts of delivery/manufacturing marijuana. All Charges Dismissed! Michael and his team were always ten steps ahead of the prosecution at any given time. Hiring him as my lawyer was the best decision i ever made. Because of Komorn Law i now have my life back.
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Saved by corruption!
5.0 stars Posted by Tara April 30, 2018 First off I would like to thank Michael and his entire team!!! From the first consultation with Chad and explaining to him my situation and what was happening they were very quick to realize that this is just unjust and unfair and didn't hesitate to want to help me, he knew Michael would not stand for what was happening! Michael is a very busy man defending people and their rights...
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Great attorney
5.0 stars Posted by Nate February 9, 2018 Very professional lawyers office...great team...did a great job for me.. I woukd defintaly use again.
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The Best Attorney in Michigan
5.0 stars Posted by Nicole January 18, 2018 I contacted Michael Komorn to represent me in a case where I was falsely accused of committing a crime. Michael spent as much time that was needed, in person and over the phone, to thoroughly understand my case. After he was hired, he was very punctual and courteous and his team did an amazing job of providing me with updates and interviewing my witnesses. Ultimately, the case...
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The king of clout
5.0 stars Posted by anonymous January 6, 2018 Michael represented me in a marijuana raid case. He proved my innocence and the case was dismissed without prejudice before advancing into a jury trial. This man is really something special. Knows the ins and outs of the laws better then the people at the court house themselves. A1 a1 a1.
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By far the best and most aggressive
5.0 stars Posted by anonymous August 16, 2017 Micheal is an amazing attorney i hired him for mmmp case in det every bit of the case was lies and deceit from the dpd. I was wrongfully arrestest and the dpd would not accept the mmmp cards they were not doing there jobs correctly . Micheal was also on the phone on speaker asking to speak to someone and none of the officers would get on the phone with him.... Just a perfect example...
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Ottawa County, Michigan
5.0 stars Posted by Daniel July 19, 2017 It took months of vetting lawyers' to land at Komorn Law. Other lawyers' recommended the "Komorn team" for my situation. My case was medical marijuana, in Ottawa County. Beautiful community and a beast of a legal district...
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A true Lawyer
5.0 stars Posted by Denise July 18, 2017 Michael is a Solomon! Full of wisdom and knowledge. He goes above and beyond Full of passion. When he is in court he gets respect from all, even the Judges. One of the judges in our case told Michael he had not seen a lawyer of his kind in years! Full of integrity. I can not begin to say enough to touch his excellence. Thank you so much for all you have done in bringing us out on top. Gods blessings in your life 100 fold! You are the best!
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A real fighter
5.0 stars Posted by Melvin July 12, 2017 Michael Komorn and his team are one of the best law firms in Michigan hands down. Not only does he know the laws but he will fight for you like no other. They are thorough to the point and will do what you ask without dropping the ball. A dependable law team.
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Best In Michigan.
5.0 stars Posted by Sonak June 20, 2017 Michael K a defensive attorney? Yeah Right! More Like OFFENSIVE ATTORNEY! Michael did an absolute tremendous job stickin-it to the lead Detective in my case and found all sorts of lies ending in my case being dismissed! Ive experience a few lawyers in my life and Im truly convinced that Michael is in a league of his own. His swagger in the courtroom is something to witness for...
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Michael Komorn
5.0 stars Posted by Gabriel June 1, 2017 Michael Komorn was an excellent attorney. He did everything he could do for my case and he is extremely knowledgeable about the law. He genuinely cared about me and my case and got all my charges dropped. I really don't think any other lawyer could do what Michael has accomplished he is so knowledgeable about the law and very professional. I would recommend Michael Komorn for...
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Excellent
5.0 stars Posted by Aaron May 23, 2017 Michael Komorn is an amazing lawyer. He helped my get my federal case completely dismissed. Highly recommend him. Thanks again.
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Court Case
5.0 stars Posted by Roman May 19, 2017 I wish to thank Michael along with his entire team and staff in helping bring my court case to rapid resolution. i.e. a well earned dismissal. The entire office handled my case professionally and worked quickly to reach a just conclusion of an order to dismiss...
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Man of the court room!
5.0 stars Posted by Justin May 18, 2017 I couldn't have asked for anymore from a single person, Mr. Komorn provided a team of professionals that all went over and beyond. From Michael, Dewey , Chad and more have helped me thru a long jorney to the greatest possible solution I thank you all from the heart.
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UNBELIEVABLE PROFESSIONALISM & RESULTS
5.0 stars Posted by Robbie April 2, 2017 Hiring Michael Komorn was the best decision I could have ever made. Michael Komorn & his team is like having the best surgeon in an operating room, HE SAVED MY LIFE. He believed in me just as I fully believed in him the whole time. My greatest surprise from the beginning was he didn't seem to be doing it for the money. It is his DRIVE & PASSION to stand up for what's right that...
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Successful section 8 Affirmative Defense
5.0 stars Posted by Steve & Leslie February 4, 2017 After I was charged in Isabella Co. with 6 Felonies, I knew right away there was no way I was going to hire local council. I knew I had to go down state to get the best. After 2 calls and a consultation, the battle commenced. I can only describe it as a Rope-a-Dope type of court battle. We took blow after...
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Michael to the Rescue
5.0 stars Posted by Joseph and Joyce January 8, 2017 If you require legal representation with a medical marijuana case, you need Mr. Michael Komorn and his staff. My wife and I have nothing but superlative and pleasant things to say about Michael. Most Judges and Law Enforcement Agencies do not fully understand the Michigan Medical Marihuana Law because of the conflict with the Michigan Public Health Code for which Marijuana...
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Our hero!!!
5.0 stars Posted by Mary December 23, 2016 Michael Komorn is a godsend. On January 14th, 2016 our 3 grandchildren were taken by CPS, and our daughter Jen was arrested. For 11 months we fought to get our grandchildren placed with us. Of course the homestudy was not approved. Jens court appointed lawyers did nothing to help her, but tell her to take a plea so she wouldn't permanently lose her kids. Jen was pregnant and...
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Professional and Effective
5.0 stars Posted by Nathan November 29, 2016 My family and I hired Michael for a Minor in Possesion. He was able to retain my right to use Medicinal Marijuana while on probation and had the frequency of drug alcohol testing redused significantly. He was extremely well put together both in person and practice. He works with a dedicated team that makes every case personal. Phenomenal people all around, We're very satisfied with their work.
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Hire Michael Komorn-an attorney whose got your back
5.0 stars Posted by Jamie Lowell November 12, 2016 Over the years- I have been in a unique position to see arrests, hear extensively about arrests and police encounters, and attend many court hearings concerning cannabis activity. When I found myself in the position of being charged for crimes concerning...
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Cases dismissed
5.0 stars Posted by Ryan August 24, 2016 I had two charges in Wayne county. I was facing 6 years in prison. Michael was very informative and reassuring throughout the whole process. I was really nervous at first but, Michael''s attitude and knowledge about the situation made me feel otherwise. He is an amazing lawyer that will fight for you until the end. I would never recommend anyone else. He got both of my cases dismissed...
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best to keep u out of jail
4.0 stars Posted by Marshall June 17, 2016 Michael was a serious lawyer who went into court and let the judge know he was serious and the charges brought against me were illegal and shld be thrown out immediately after several back and forth court dates Michael decided it was time to file several motions to see exactly how the warrarnt was ever obtained the prosecution decided it was not able to produce the...
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Best around!
5.0 stars Posted by Lia May 2, 2016 I hired Michael as my lawyer August of 2015 and we finally finished my case April of 2016, throughout the whole process Michael and his team kept me thoroughly updated. I was told not to worry, which is kind of hard, but in the end Michael did everything I asked and to me got the win! Thank you all so much for actually caring about me and making sure I was happy with the outcome!
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Amazing Lawyer!!! A+++ Case Dropped & Highly Recommended
5.0 stars Posted by Jason March 25, 2016 I would like to thank Mr. Komorn for his wonderful service he provides for the people and amazing job he did on my possession of marijuana misdemeanor case. I am a medical marijuana caregiver who was unlawfully raided by lawnet in Livingston county was not arrested and 6 months later got a charge in the mail for 53rd district court. I immediately did my research and seen all the...
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Wouldn't go with anyone else!
5.0 stars Posted by Brad March 24, 2016 The last thing anyone wants to deal with is legal trouble. I was worried when I received my case. Michael put me at ease upon first contacting him. Michael fought for me from the second I hired him. He was able to retrieve assets taken from me. He was able to explain to me all of the possible ways we could approach every aspect of the case. He is an exceptionally knowledgeable...
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Komorn Law Wins
5.0 stars Posted by Ian March 18, 2016 He took my case in which i was facing 20 to 30 years in felonies and got me results...He stood steadfast knowing we had a real case to fight and did just that...I would recommend him to any one with a true medical marijuana case because he will fight for your rights diligently and get you real results...
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Research no further, call Komorn.
5.0 stars Posted by anonymous December 31, 2015 After an incident involving my medical marihuana grow, I found myself being charged with 2 manufacturing felonies. Upon a recommendation from an associate, I retained Michael Komorn. It was the best decision I ever made. Most of the cards were stacked against me but Michael was brilliant. He was very knowledgeable with all the case law needed. He explained the process we...
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Resting now!
5.0 stars Posted by Jim June 5, 2015 My name is Jim, Did not believe I would be in need of an attorney. Yet there I was ! Being a firm believer , that knowledge is power. Brought me to find an attorney that is at the forefront of Michigan marijuana laws. An advocate for all of us. Micheal Komorn ! Komorn is leading the way, demanding clarity and definition of the laws that are always changing. Mike Komorn is that guy that...
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Doesn't Jump Ship
5.0 stars Posted by Dave March 21, 2015 Hired Komorn for a medical marijuana debacle. Komorn never jumped ship when it came down to the battle. I gave up before he would. Highly recommended when you need an attorney not to abandon you.
Insightful, creative, caring
5.0 stars Posted by Agatha March 19, 2015 When Mr. Komorn engages- it is on! I am so grateful for his expertise and thoughtful consideration for the predicament I and my family were in.
2nd OWI and VOP
5.0 stars Posted by Alex September 29, 2014 I hired Michael at a very difficult and stressful time. I had two charges pending and was facing jail time. He handled them with great care and confidence and kept me in the loop during the whole process. He got my most serious charge (2nd OWI) dismissed because the officer did not go by the book and violated my rights. My other charge which was a VOP over six years old was handled very... More
Helped me with a DUI / DWI case
5.0 stars Posted by Kenneth September 18, 2014 Mike Komorn is very thorough and understanding. He listens attentively, he explained the law thoroughly and he advised me on my options. He also referred me to substance abuse counselors who have helped me to get back on the right track and make permanent and positive changes in my life. If is wasn't for Komorn Law, I'd be in jail right now, instead of on probation and getting the help I really needed.
card carrying member
5.0 stars Posted by John March 19, 2014 I cannot say enough good things about Micheal and his team at Komorn Law. Micheal met with me and explained exactly what was going to happen throughout the legal process and what I could expect throughout my case. He was clear and concise and didnt sugar coat anything. He took the time to explain what defense options I had and recommended an aggressive coarse... More
Best Attorney On This Planet!
5.0 stars Posted by Carruthers December 19, 2013 The work ethic of Tom Brady and brains of Peyton Manning. It was definitely an unfair and lopsided playing field in favor of prosecutors, however, there was a since of confidence after seeing him in action the 1st day. Most attorneys are a lot of bark and no bite when it comes to actually fighting... More
Victory in Bad Axe
5.0 stars Posted by Jeffrey November 18, 2013 Best attorney in the state in my opinion. Handled my case in BAd Axe.Took a couple yrs Case dismissed. Well publicized in Huron Daily Tribune.Medical Marijuana case.
Just a middle aged couple trying to follow the law
5.0 stars Posted by anonymous November 13, 2013 My husband has chronic pain and I am disabled. Both of us are in our sixties and we are medical marijuana patients/caregivers. We were diligent about strict adherence to the law. Despite that, we found ourselves fully involved in the criminal justice system - Yikes! Michael Komorn was the right call to make...so current on every front and more... More
Michael Basically Saved my Life
5.0 stars Posted by anonymous November 13, 2013 Wow. Thank God for Michael. I was arrested in the Detroit airport for having a prescription pill (one!) that I shouldn't have had, and before I know it, I'm getting charged with 2 felonies and up to four years of jail time. I couldn't believe it. Michael was able to get these charges dropped, and helped me stay calm through the whole process. In the end, all I had to do was pay a very small fine... More
Medical Marijuana Attorney Gets Case Dismissed!
5.0 stars Posted by Tiffany August 15, 2013 I was assigned a court appointed defense attorney for a medical marijuana case. The attorney admitted she did not know medical marijuana law and advised me to plea to a criminal charge. I did not think that a plea was in my best interests, but not having an experienced medical marijuana attorney to advise me, I pled no contest. Mr. Komorn was able to come in on the case at... More
I don't know what I would have done without Michael's help
5.0 stars Posted by Mark May 21, 2013 I am a medical marijuana patient from a small town. The cops all know who I am and know that I have my card. They busted into my house when a neighbor called and took all my gun and all my medicine. They were trying me for 3 felonies and almost got me to plea to a misdemeanor. I didn't do anything wrong! I did a little research online and quickly saw that Michael was the most... More
5.0 stars
5.0 starsPosted by John March 22, 2013 Incredibly helpful before I even retained Mr. Komorn. Incredibly knowledgable on Michigan Medical Marijuana laws. I would highly recommend Mr. Komorn to anyone in need of great legal representation pertaining to any Medical Marijuana charges that you may run into with the constant changing and misunderstandings of these laws.
With Much Gratitude
5.0 stars Posted by Howard December 13, 2012 So i was charged with OUID, which means i was driving a vehicle while intoxicated, when really i wasn't! The police kept saying that i was under the influence while i was driving but me and my wife kept telling them i wasn't. They took blood samples and after almost a year finally got back with the results. Komorn and his men were able to tell the court that with the blood sample i... More
A Life Saver
5.0 stars Posted by Nicholas December 4, 2012 I was pulled over because i was caught smoking on campus. The cops patted me down and found a pipe and i was charged for possession of marijuana and paraphernalia. Thankfully Micheal came in during the pretrial was able to convince the prosecutors to dismiss the courts. I pleaded as a disorderly person was sentenced to a fine with no probation! Michael Komorn really pulled my... More
Off the Hook in East Lansing
5.0 stars Posted by anonymous December 4, 2012 I was at a bar in East Lansing a few years ago and got involved in a fight after my friend had a few too many. At first I didn't think I'd even need a lawyer until I met with the prosecutor and he said he was appalled at what he read in the police report. They charged me with Assault and recommended jail time even though I was just trying to break up the fight. I contacted Mike Komorn and... More
