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Medical marijuana battle: Father fights for custody of son
OTTAWA COUNTY, Mich. – Medical marijuana is a controversial, sometimes sticky issue, especially in Michigan. Max Lorincz is a father from Spring Lake who is fighting for his right to use medical marijuana, and get his son back. He’s a card-carrying patient, but was charged with a felony, after a single smear of oil was found in his home. After Lorincz’s probable cause hearing has left him waiting for a decision from a judge. Since seeing FOX 17’s coverage of […]
Allegations: MSP falsely reporting marijuana, targeting card-carrying patients
SPRING LAKE, Mich. – The defense representing a Spring Lake father facing a felony marijuana charge is accusing Michigan State Police Forensic Science Division crime labs of misreporting marijuana intentionally. It’s an allegation with statewide implications. FOX 17 first reported Max Lorincz’s case in February: He’s a card-carrying medical marijuana patient. He was charged with felony possession of synthetic tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) for having a smear amount of butane hash oil (BHO). “If nobody stands up for this and it just […]
Emails spell out alleged scandal in state crime lab testing, falsely reporting marijuana
OTTAWA COUNTY, Mich. – First uncovered by FOX 17, more on an alleged scandal in how state crime labs are testing and reporting marijuana, namely marijuana by-products with no visible plant matter, as felonies. We first brought you the case of an Ottawa County father, Max Lorincz, who was slapped with a felony after he refused to plead guilty to a misdemeanor marijuana possession charge, as he is a medical marijuana card-carrying patient. Now he faces the felony charge of […]
DEWITT, Mich. – A former director of Michigan State Police Forensic Science addressed the serious allegations FOX 17 uncovered, which accuse the Attorney General’s office and state prosecutors of influencing state police crime labs to falsely report marijuana; essentially turning misdemeanors into felonies. Attorney Michael Komorn, representing an Ottawa County defendant, claims forensic scientists are taking directives to report marijuana products ambiguously. In cases were marijuana plant material is not visible, MSP crime labs are reporting THC in waxes and […]
Drug felonies without credible proof? — Allegations of politicking in state police crime labs
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – First on FOX 17, we broke serious allegations that state police crime labs are being told to falsely report marijuana test results. This is resulting in misleading lab reports that an attorney claims creates felonies without real proof. Attorney Michael Komorn believes a recent policy change in the way Michigan State Police forensic science crime labs report marijuana may have led to years of wrongful convictions. Komorn called this a “perversion of science,” and “crime labs […]
MSP defends marijuana crime lab reporting after FOX 17 investigation
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Big questions are still looming over the controversial Michigan State Police Forensic Science Division marijuana reporting policy change: it’s accused of ambiguous crime lab reporting leading to misdemeanor pot charges trumped for synthetic-THC felonies. Tuesday MSP-FSD officials responded to FOX 17’s investigation: officials stated they stand by their policy change, but they failed to address some of our biggest questions. Last month, FOX 17 was the first to show you emails accusing the crime labs of […]
Federal complaints allege marijuana misreporting by State Police crime lab
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — At least three attorneys filed federal complaints Tuesday against the Michigan State Police Forensic Science Division for allegations of serious negligence or misconduct, and to contest grant money the crime labs received this year. However, officials with both the MSP and the Michigan Attorney General’s Office told FOX 17 their agencies are not conducting investigations into these allegations. Each complaint filed Tuesday was issued to the National Institute of Justice, Office of Investigative and Forensic Sciences’ […]
Judge dismissed felony charge against medical marijuana patient Max Lorincz
OTTAWA COUNTY, Mich. – After 16 months of a criminal and family court battle, an Ottawa County Circuit Court Judge dismissed wrongful felony charges against a Spring Lake father and card-carrying medical marijuana patient for having “synthetic THC.” Friday Max Lorincz was in court for multiple hearings regarding his criminal case, after he was charged with a two-year felony for what the Michigan State Police crime lab depicts as “synthetic THC.” Judge Edward Post ruled that the prosecution did not […]
State crime labs to begin testing shelved West Michigan rape kits
LANSING, Mich. — Now that testing from more than 10,000 shelved rape evidence kits in Wayne County is complete, the Michigan State Police crime labs plan to begin test more than 1,800 untested kits from around the state. In 2009 Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy found 11,341 sexual assault evidence kits in an abandoned Detroit crime lab that closed in 2008. Thousands of DNA samples and possible convictions sat collecting dust. Many like Defense Attorney Michael Komorn call this a […]
Medical marijuana patients reunited with son after lengthy court battles, unfounded drug charges
SPRING LAKE, Mich. — After 18 months, a Spring Lake family’s son is out of foster care and reunited with his parents. Yet the fight to be together, through court battles and serious drug charges despite being card-carrying medical marijuana patients, still haunts them. Thursday, Max Lorincz’s son Dante, 6, picked out his favorite toys from a basket in the family’s living room, handing one to FOX 17 saying, “this is my dad’s favorite.” Piece by piece, Max and his […]
Cannabis oil for kids: Michigan family fighting for son’s health
MICHIGAN – Seven-year-old Ryan Powers could smoke marijuana in the comfort of his own home and have full protection under the Michigan Medical Marijuana Act, but, while he doesn’t smoke marijuana, he needs a special blend of cannabis oil to keep him out of the hospital. However, cannabis oil doesn’t fall within any provisions under the act. Gray areas in Michigan’s Medical Marijuana Act are making it hard for families to get the medicine they need. Ryan’s parents, Jim and […]
Federal class action lawsuit filed against MSP crime labs over marijuana reporting policy
DETROIT — Attorneys filed a federal class action lawsuit against the Michigan State Police crime labs this week, claiming its current marijuana reporting policy violates due process and Fourth Amendment rights and demanding it be thrown out for good. This suit would have statewide impact, directly affecting the some 180,000 registered medical marijuana patients and anyone caught with marijuana in Michigan. Attorneys Michael Komorn and Tim Daniels filed the suit Tuesday with the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District […]
Judge hears arguments in class action marijuana lawsuit
DETROIT, Mich. — A judge on Wednesday heard arguments in a federal class action lawsuit filed by medical marijuana patients and caregivers against several Michigan law enforcement and crime lab officials. The suit, filed in June, claims that because of false lab reports, prosecutors are charging people with felonies without proof, illegally arresting them and seizing assets. Four patients and caregivers are suing the directors of the Michigan State Police, their crime labs and the publicly-operated Oakland County lab and […]
AVVO Ratings and Reviews Update Aug 2016
Michael Komorn’s reviews
5.0 stars – 23 Total
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…
best to keep u out of jail
4.0 stars
Posted by Marshall June 16, 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…
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!
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…
Wouldn’t go with anyone else!
5.0 stars
Posted by Brad March 23, 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…
Komorn Law Wins
5.0 stars
Posted by Ian March 17, 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…
Research no further, call Komorn.
5.0 stars
Anonymous review posted on 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…
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 fights for us all. Knowledge is Power. My case was dismissed, I rest my case. Thanks Mike !
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.
US Dept of Justice letter regarding prosecution for marijuana
Attorney General Eric Holder’s speech regarding dropping mandatory minimums for many drug crimes is already making an impact.
Clio marihuana dispensary fighting Genesee County Prosecutor’s office in court
CLIO (WJRT) – (04/25/16) – A Mid-Michigan marihuana dispensary is fighting the Genesee County Prosecutor’s office in court after FANG shut them down.
The owner of the Clio dispensary says warrants weren’t valid and he wants his business back open.
Attorneys from both sides were in Judge Hayman’s court Monday afternoon. The raid happened in January when the Genesee County Prosecutor’s office filed an emergency injunction to close down a facility called Clio Caregiver Connection.
A counter claim was filed against the Prosecutor’s Office, saying the county failed to meet legal requirements to participate with FANG.
The defense also argues that the recent dispensary raids and padlocking efforts by FANG were and are illegal.
“I don’t write the laws. I just enforce them. Dispensaries are not allowed. The word dispensary does not even appear in the medical marihuana act,” said Prosecuting Attorney David Leyton.
“There’s never been any complaints from anyone. He’s loved by all of the patients that’ve gone in there. They’re all unhappy that this was forced down. And it’s just an overreach by FANG,” said Clio Caregiver Connection Attorney Michael Komorn.
The case is in its early stages. Both sides will return to court to discuss it again on May 16.
*Marihuana is the correct spelling when referring to medical marihuana in the state of Michigan.
Updated: Tue 10:27 AM, Apr 26, 2016
By: Caresse Jackman – Email
New Roadside Drug Test
What is the law?
The Michigan legislature has passed into law a one-year pilot program set up in five counties that allows for Michigan State Police to perform roadside drug tests. The way this will work is if a driver gets pulled over for a traffic offense, in one of the five counties that are yet to be determined and shows signs of being under the influence of drugs the specially trained “drug recognition expert” will be able to conduct a field sobriety test. After which, the officer will be able to use the new saliva-based testing to check and see whether the driver has consumed marijuana, heroin, or cocaine.
– Can you say DNA collection?-
What the purpose is?
The officials in charge of pushing through this policy cite the reasoning being that there has been a large increase recently of drugged driving accidents and drugged driving fatalities. The addition of this test to the already used field sobriety testing is intended as means to provide further probable cause to establish the grounds for a lawful arrest.
Additional arrests leads to additional fines and penalties that the police are able to collect from its citizens.
– Can you say More Money?-
What is the science behind this test?
https://www.aaafoundation.org/sites/default/files/EvaluationOfDriversInRelationToPerSeReport.pdf
In a study performed by AAA’s safety foundation, it was determined that it is impossible to set a blood-test threshold for THC. The test states:
There is no evidence from the data collected, particularly from the subjects assessed through the DRE exam, that any objective threshold exists that established impairment, based on THC concentrations measured in specimens collected from cannabis-positive subjects placed under arrest for impaired driving. An association between the presence and degree of indicators of impairment or effect from cannabis use were evident when comparing data from cannabis-positive and cannabis-negative subjects. However, when examining differences in performance in these parameters between subjects with high (>5 2 ng/mL) and low (<5 ng/mL) THC concentrations, minimal differences were found.
Setting any sort of legal limit or per se limit for cannabis and driving are arbitrary and unsupported by science.
Furthermore, in a study done by Forensic Fluids Laboratory the window of time during which a swab test can pick up a THC positive test is up to as long as 3 days. Even though someone may still have THC in their system 3 days after consuming Cannabis, the likelihood that they are still intoxicated is extremely unlikely.
As a result of the probable cause that can be gained from this swab test an officer has the ability to issue an arrest warrant based on evidence that is not providing any scientific proof of the driver current intoxication, but based on its result creates an extremely misleading affidavit.