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Berkley state representative introduces bill to police noise from cars
A Michigan bill aims to crack down on excessive noise from vehicles with intentional modifications. The Problem: Loud vehicles are a nuisance for residents, especially along Woodward Avenue, a popular cruising destination. The current law is unclear and difficult to...
SCOTUS: No separate hearing required when police seize cars loaned to drivers accused of drug crimes
SCOTUS: When police seize cars loaned to drivers accused of drug crimes it does not necessitate a separate preliminary hearing.The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled against two women who loaned their cars to others arrested for drug crimes while using the vehicles, leading...
Traffic FAQs-Golf Carts-Mini Motorcycles-ATVs-Electric Scooters
Traffic FAQs - Golf Carts - Mini Motorcycles - ATVs - Electric Scooters Know the laws if you get pulled over. Know who to call if you need legal defense if a violation turns into a DUI or worse. That would be us. Question: We recently got “Bird” scooters (electric...
School district says marijuana-related incidents on the rise
School district reports an increase in marijuana-related incidents at schools and calls on leaders to take action.The Detroit Public Schools Community District has observed a substantial rise in the use of marijuana edibles and vape pens within schools. In light of...
Criminal Sexual Conduct (CSC) in Michigan
Criminal Sexual Conduct (CSC)Criminal sexual conduct (CSC) in Michigan refers to a range of sexual offenses that vary in severity based on factors like the nature of the act, the age of the victim, and whether force or coercion was involved.Michigan law categorizes...
A Victory for Cannabis Farming as Agriculture in Michigan
A Victory for Cannabis Farming as Agriculture in MichiganIn a landmark case that underscores the evolving landscape of cannabis regulation and taxation in agricultural contexts, HRP Cassopolis, LLC v LaGrange Township Assessor in Cass County, Michigan, has set a...
The Legal Significance of Marijuana Reclassification
The Impact of Marijuana Reclassification on Legal LandscapeOn May 6, 2024, the DEA made a groundbreaking decision, accepting the US Department of Health and Human Services' recommendation to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III controlled substance....
Traffic Laws FAQs – Speed and Speed Limits
Michigan Traffic FAQs - Speed/Speed Limits Know the laws before you make the call. Know the laws if you get pulled over. Know who to call if you need legal defense if a violation turns into a DUI or worse. Question: My Uncle has a country place that no one knows...
Traffic Laws FAQs – Cellphones
Michigan Traffic FAQs - Cellphones Know the laws before you make the call. Know the laws if you get pulled over. Know who to call if you need legal defense if a violation turns into a DUI or worse. Cell Phones Note: These are from the Traffic FAQs - For this subject...
Traffic Laws FAQs – Equipment & Lighting Violations
Michigan Traffic FAQs - Equipment and Lighting Know the laws before you install extra equipment on your vehicle. Know the laws if you get pulled over. Know who to call if you need legal defense if a violation turns into a DUI or worse. Equipment & Lighting...
Traffic Laws FAQs – Tinted Windows
Michigan Traffic FAQs - Tinted WindowsTinted Windows Question: Can I have tinted windows on my vehicle? Answer: The law that covers window applications is MCL 257.709. The use of tinting is limited to the rear side windows, the rear window if the vehicle has outside...
A historic cannabis shift is one of the latest election year moves
AP StoryPresident Joe Biden may potentially ban TikTok, but he aims to offer young individuals, who largely influence this widely-used social media platform, a more lenient government regulation regarding marijuana. Facing a decline in support from an important...
SCOTUS Opinion, SHEETZ v. COUNTY OF EL DORADO, CALIFORNIA
The Constitution provides “no textual justification for saying that the existence or the scope of a State’s power to expropriate private property without just compensation varies according to the branch of government effecting the expropriation.”The case in question...
New rule mandates time and a half pay for lower paid employees
Qualified lower-paid workers who earn a salary but work more than 40 hours in a week will soon be entitled to guaranteed time-and-a-half pay, thanks to a new labor rule announced by the Biden-Harris administration. This rule will raise the salary thresholds necessary...
Whitmer Signs Bills for Health Services and Criminal Justice
LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation that aims to establish a licensure framework for dietitian nutritionists. The governor also signed legislation that delivers ongoing funding for trial courts across the state, reducing costs for...
People v Williams Michigan COA – Police CPL Check
People v WilliamsMichigan Court of AppealsNo 365299 (04/18/24) MCL 28.425f permits a police officer to ask a person observed to be carrying a concealed weapon to produce their concealed pistol license (CPL) at any time and for any reason. Makes possession of a...
Underage Workers in Factories Spark Fines, Investigations, and Legislation
A New York Times report exposed widespread child labor in a Michigan factory, prompting state and federal authorities to take action. The report focused on a Hearthside Food Solutions plant in Kentwood, alleging the presence of numerous underage workers. Michigan's...
Understanding Domestic Violence Laws in Michigan
Understanding Domestic Violence Laws in MichiganDomestic violence is a serious issue that can affect anyone, regardless of age, income, or background. If you are experiencing domestic violence in Michigan, it's important to know your rights and the laws that protect...