More than 3,000 cases may have been impacted by inaccuracy of MSP’s marijuana testing

More than 3,000 cases may have been impacted by inaccuracy of MSP’s marijuana testing

Sep 1, 2022 | Blog, News

WXYZ ABC Report 8/31/22

(WXYZ)  — The Michigan State Police say more than three thousand cases involving alleged marijuana impairment could have been false positives. Last week, the MSP Forensic Science Division announced they were halting all testing of marijuana drug samples due to the possibility that the tests were positive for CBD, rather than just THC. The state police warned prosecutors not to rely on the THC toxicology results until they could learn more about the alleged problems in the testing.

THC is the psychoactive compound in marijuana. CBD is a chemical found in marijuana that does not produce a high, and CBD has not been considered a controlled substance in Michigan since March 28, 2019.

In a letter sent to prosecutors across the state today, MSP Forensic Science Division Director Jeffrey Nye said approximately 3,250 THC cases since March 28, 2019 could be impacted. The cases identified have an “alleged violation [that] is based on the finding of THC alone and there is insufficient evidence of impairment, intoxication or recent use of marihuana to otherwise support the charged offense.”

According to Nye’s letter, the identified 3,250 cases “did not have other drugs within the scope of analysis and/or alcohol detected above the 0.08% legal threshold.

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From Michigan.gov

Official Statement: State Police Halts THC Toxicology Testing and Takes Steps to Ensure Transparency, Accuracy After Technical Issue with CBD

August 31, 2022

Statement by Col. Joe Gasper, Director

The Michigan State Police Forensic Science Division (MSP/FSD) is committed to providing the highest standard of forensic services to the criminal justice community. The MSP/FSD is accredited in toxicology and analyzes approximately 20,000 samples annually for the presence of alcohol and/or drugs pursuant to a forensic examination request. The men and women who work in the MSP/FSD strive to provide laboratory testing services that are timely, transparent, and scientifically accurate.  

The MSP/FSD has halted all THC toxicology testing due to a technical issue in which samples containing Cannabidiol, commonly known as CBD, may be converted to Tetrahydrocannabinol, commonly known as THC, during the testing process, leading to potentially inaccurate test results. 

CBD, which is structurally similar to THC, was illegal in Michigan until March 28, 2019. Since that date, however, CBD, which is reported to have no psychoactive properties, has been legal under Michigan law.

When the issue first came to our attention on August 19, 2022, the MSP/FSD immediately launched a significant evaluation of our testing process. The evaluation found the laboratory confirmatory method in use may cause 1) THC to be identified when the sample contains THC, 2) THC to be identified when the sample contains a combination of THC and CBD, or 3) THC to be identified when the sample contains CBD alone.  

Upon this discovery, the MSP/FSD immediately halted the processing of samples using the current THC confirmation test. Notification was also made to the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan on August 25, 2022, for dissemination to prosecutors statewide to prevent these reports from being used in any current or pending court cases. 

After further review, we now believe this discrepancy may impact cases that occurred on or after March 28, 2019, where the alleged violation is based on the finding of THC alone and there is insufficient evidence of impairment, intoxication, or recent use of marijuana to otherwise support the charged offense. 

Laboratory data indicates there are approximately 3,250 laboratory reports that may be impacted. These are reports in which there was a THC-confirmed result without other drugs present or alcohol detected above the 0.08% blood alcohol content legal threshold. These individual cases are being identified and will be shared with the prosecuting attorney of record for further investigation as to any potential impact to the individual involved.

In addition to temporarily halting testing of THC samples and disclosing the issue to prosecutors, the MSP/FSD has taken the following action steps:

  • Reported the issue to our accrediting body, ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), and requested they conduct an independent review.
  • Temporarily halted the disposal of blood samples to preserve this evidence should re-analysis be required.
  • Started validating a new cannabinoid confirmatory method that will be able to distinguish CBD from THC. This method will be validated before being put into use to ensure similar issues with drug interference will not happen in the future.
  • Started the process to establish a contract with a private, accredited laboratory for processing THC samples in the interim before the new method is validated.

The MSP/FSD remains committed to providing the highest standard of forensic services to the criminal justice community. We have demonstrated this commitment through accreditation to ISO/IEC 17025 International Standards and voluntarily incorporating forensic standards from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Organization of Scientific Area Committees (OSAC) into our laboratory management system, among other efforts. The MSP/FSD continues to strive to be timely, transparent and ethical in our response to this emerging technical issue.

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Michigan State Police halt blood tests for marijuana over accuracy concerns

Michigan State Police halt blood tests for marijuana over accuracy concerns

Aug 26, 2022 | Blog, News

By Gus Burns | fburns@mlive.com

The Michigan State Police Crime lab on Thursday, Aug. 25, notified prosecutors across the state that there’s a problem with marijuana testing in blood.

“The MSP Forensic Science Division is examining a discrepancy discovered earlier this week in THC blood testing results in which the presence of CBD in a blood sample may have led to a positive result for THC,” MSP spokesperson Shanon Banner said in an email sent to MLive Friday. “Out of an abundance of caution (MSP) today notified the Prosecuting Attorney’s Association of Michigan that we are immediately halting the processing of all THC blood samples as we work to learn more and/or until we can institute another validated method of testing to ensure accuracy.”

The toxicology test confuses CBD, which does not induce a high, with THC, the psychoactive compound in marijuana, according to a verbal notice provided to the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan (PAAM), President and Eaton County Prosecutor Doug Lloyd said.

CBD is not a controlled substance.

Michael Komorn, a Farmington Hills-based attorney who also specializes in marijuana law and criminal defense, said the issue could call into questions thousands of convictions across the state, depending on how long the problem has continued.

He’s calling for a full independent investigation into the state police crime lab and the creation of a lab that operates independently from the police force.

Komorn said blood test findings for marijuana are frequently used as a basis to prosecute driving offenses, especially when alcohol isn’t detected, including crashes that result in serious injury or death.

“I think that it’s time to get a new lab,” Komorn said. “Because the procedures and protocols that are being used here, if they’re wrong and unscientific and they’ve been convicting people wrongly because their tests are wrong, I think a criminal investigation should be opened. I think people should be held accountable.”

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Another MSP Lab Scandal?

Another MSP Lab Scandal?

Aug 26, 2022 | News

MSP’s defective blood tests unable to distinguish between THC and CBD cannabinoids

By Eric L. VanDussen

Michigan State Police Toxicology Unit Supervisor, Geoffrey French, has confirmed that his department’s method for testing THC levels in blood samples is unreliable. French also disclosed that MSP’s Forensic Science Division has been using their faulty THC testing process for over 20 years. Below is an excerpt of an interview this author conducted with French on August 25, 2022:

Eric VanDussen: I was wondering if you could give me any information on […] the MSP Crime Lab not being able to distinguish between THC and CBD in their, in your lab tests?

Geoff French: Yes, sir. I, I’m aware of the situation.

Eric VanDussen: Okay. And is there a memo that I could get from you regarding, that […]?

Geoff French: No, sir. There has been only verbal communication to the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan that went out this morning. The Forensic Science Division is planning on having a formal written memorandum that will also be sent to the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan, but that has not been approved through proper channels at Michigan State Police at this particular point in time. And it’s not something that I’m involved in the authoring of.

Eric VanDussen: Okay. So, the legal department, basically, is fly-specking that before it gets distributed?

Geoff French: Yeah, I would say so. Yes, sir. It probably might… I mean, my guess is that it probably will go all the way up to the colonel’s office for approval before that becomes disseminated.

Eric VanDussen: Okay. Do you know how long this problem has been going on?

Geoff French: I do- well, it’s, it’s, it’s quite some time. And we’ve been using the same procedures for many, many years.

Eric VanDussen: So this could have implications on prior convictions, as well as pending cases?

Geoff French: It is possible. Yes, sir.

So much more…Read the rest here and get ready for the spinsters.

Source: https://medium.com/@ericlvandussen/msps-defective-blood-tests-unable-to-distinguish-between-thc-and-cbd-cannabinoids-6880651e8825

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Certify Yourself for Medical Marijuana

Certify Yourself for Medical Marijuana

Jul 5, 2022 | Blog, News

In Washigton DC

To declare the existence of an emergency with respect to the need to amend the Legalization of Marijuana for Medical Treatment Initiative of 1999 to allow individuals 21 years of age and older to self-certify that they are utilizing marijuana for medical purposes.

D.C. Council Votes To Let Medical Marijuana Patients Self-Certify Without Doctors, In Workaround To Federal Block On Recreational Sales

The Washington, D.C. Council unanimously approved emergency legislation on Tuesday that will effectively create a recreational marijuana market by allowing people to self-certify themselves as medical cannabis patients and access dispensaries—without needing to get a recommendation from a doctor.

Safety risks for quality and quantity control exist in the gray market the legislation noted, because products aren’t subject to control standards as in the existing medical cannabis program.

Read the legislation here

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Marijuana Legalization and Regulation Act of 2017

Additional Information: , this bill legalizes the possession, consumption, display, purchasing, or transporting of marijuana and

January 10, 2017 : Introduced by Councilmembers Grosso, Nadeau, and R. White

B21-0023

Marijuana Legalization and Regulation Act of 2015

Additional Information: possession, consumption, display, purchasing, or transporting of marijuana and marijuana infused products

January 6, 2015 : Introduced by Councilmembers Grosso, Orange, Evans, and Nadeau

B21-0210

Medical Marijuana Reciprocity Amendment Act of 2015

Additional Information: LEGISLATION SUMMARY – Law 21-209 provides access to medical marijuana in the District of Columbia

May 5, 2015 : Introduced by Councilmember Alexander | Act Number: A21-0565 | Law Number: L21-0209

B21-0922

Medical Marijuana Additional Recommenders Amendment Act of 2016

Additional Information: medical marijuana for treatment. It allows individuals with convictions for possession of less than

October 20, 2016 : Introduced by Chairman Mendelson

B21-0025

Prohibition of Pre-Employment Marijuana Testing Act of 2015

Additional Information: LEGISLATION SUMMARY – Law 21-14 prohibits employers from testing job applicants for marijuana until

January 6, 2015 : Introduced by Councilmembers Orange, Grosso, and Bonds | Act Number: A21-0067 | Law Number: L21-0014

B23-0102

Medical Marijuana Patient Health and Accessibility Improvement Amendment Act of 2019

Additional Information: BILL SUMMARY – As introduced it authorizes the dispensation of medical marijuana and use by

January 22, 2019 : Introduced by Councilmembers Grosso, Nadeau, and Gray

B23-0309

Medical Marijuana Program Patient Employment Protection Amendment Act of 2019

Additional Information: using the results of an agency administered drug test for marijuana as the basis for employment related

May 28, 2019 : Introduced by Councilmembers Grosso, R. White, Nadeau, Gray, Bonds, and Cheh | Act Number: A23-0540 | Law Number: L23-0276

B23-0266

Prohibition of Marijuana Testing Act of 2019

Additional Information: BILL SUMMARY – As introduced it prohibits marijuana testing as a condition of employment unless required by law.

April 23, 2019 : Introduced by Councilmembers T. White, Bonds, Cheh, and Grosso

B20-0409

SIMPLE POSSESSION OF SMALL QUANTITIES OF MARIJUANA DECRIMINALIZATION AMENDMENT ACT OF 2013 (aka “Marijuana Possession Decriminalization Amendment Act of 2014″)

Additional Information: AKA “Marijuana Possession Decriminalization Amendment Act of 2014″ as renamed by the Committee at mark-up.

July 10, 2013 : Introduced by Councilmembers Barry, Bonds, Evans, Graham, Grosso, Wells, Cheh, and McDuffie | Act Number: A20-0305 | Law Number: L20-0126

B23-0072

Marijuana Legalization and Regulation Act of 2019

Additional Information: marijuana and retail marijuana-infused products. It establishes what actions involving marijuana shall

January 8, 2019 : Introduced by Councilmembers Grosso, R. White, Nadeau, and Bonds

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Things You Should Know About Boating in Michigan

Things You Should Know About Boating in Michigan

Jun 30, 2022 | Blog

It gets hot out there being the Captain and driving my boat. Can I have a frozen rum margarita to keep me cool while pulling my kids tubing?

Do we really have to answer that question… Captain? This page is general FAQs. Go here to see Boating and Drinking Laws after you read this.

What am I required to have on my boat in Michigan?

All boats operating on Michigan waters must carry and, if required, have in operation, acceptable personal flotation devices (PFDs), visual distress signals, fire extinguishers, sounding devices, backfire flame arrestor, ventilation systems, and navigation lights as required by federal law.

Do you need a license to drive a boat in Michigan?

In Michigan, anyone born on or after July 1, 1996, must successfully complete a boater safety course approved by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources in order to operate a motorized vessel. Anyone born after December 31, 1978, require boater education in order to operate a personal watercraft (PWC).

Can you drink on a boat in Michigan?

Michigan law does not prohibit drinking on the water. Passengers—and the watercraft operator—can openly cruise around with a bottle or two. But that’s where the leniency stops. Just as operating a motor vehicle under the influence is illegal, so is jumping behind the wheel of a boat

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Can local police board your boat?

Any law enforcement agency within its own jurisdiction can board a boat when faced with “exigent circumstances,” such as someone clearly operating a vessel to endanger, boating under the influence, displaying gross negligence, and so on

Do I need a horn on my boat in Michigan?

All boats also must carry a device capable of producing 4-second sound bite that can be heard for a half-mile. This could be a siren, a horn, or even a whistle. Boats longer than 39.4 feet also must have a bell

How late can you be on a boat in Michigan?

Personal watercraft laws in Michigan include: Operators must wear a lanyard-type engine cut-off on their vest. This shuts down the engine in the event the operator falls off. Operators can’t ride a personal watercraft after sunset and before 8 a.m.

Can you get a DUI on a kayak in Michigan?

The answer to this question is yes, you can get a DUI on a kayak in Michigan. There are no specific laws in Michigan that address the issue of drinking and kayaking, but the state does have laws that prohibit operating a vessel while under the influence of alcohol

Can the Coast Guard search my boat?

The USCG can board any vessel under the U.S. jurisdiction. Once aboard the ship, the service members can inspect and search the vessel. They can also make arrests and ask for information about the ship, the workers, the homeport and the destination of the vessel.

Can you live on a boat in Michigan?

Yes, you can live on a boat without breaking any laws in Michigan. The biggest drawback of staying on a boat in Michigan is that it is very cold during the winter.

Is it illegal to use goldfish as bait in Michigan?

In Michigan, goldfish are not a pest species, but the state has prohibited their use as bait.

Can you drink in an RV in Michigan?

Open Container Law in MI

Michigan’s open container law prohibits both drivers and passengers from transporting or possessing an open container of alcoholic liquor in a motor vehicle.

Can you walk with alcohol in Michigan?

Sec. 915. (1) Alcoholic liquor shall not be consumed on the public highways. (2) Except as provided in subsections (3) and (4), alcoholic liquor may be possessed or consumed in public parks, public places of amusement, or a publicly owned area not licensed to sell for consumption on the premises.

Michigan Legislature – Section 436.1915

Can you anchor anywhere in the Great Lakes?

All navigable waters consequently are under the federal domain. As anchoring is considered under common law to be an inherent part of navigation, the right to anchor a vessel is also considered to be unassailable, except for certain restrictions.

Which side do you pass an oncoming boat?

If you meet another boat head-on: Under the boating rules of the road, vessels approaching each other head-on are always supposed to pass each other port to port — or left to left, just like on the road.

When two boats meet who has the right of way?

The boat on a starboard tack has the right of way—the wind coming over the starboard rail. When two vessels are on the same tack (the wind is coming from the same side), the leeward boat (downwind) has the right of way over the windward boat (that presumably has clean air for better sailing conditions).

Are minnow traps legal in Michigan?

Except as otherwise provided in subsection (2), a person shall not do any of the following:

  (a) Take or possess minnows, wigglers, or crayfish for commercial purposes from any of the waters over which this state has jurisdiction; import minnows, wigglers, or crayfish for commercial purposes from outside of this state; or transport minnows, wigglers, or crayfish without having first procured a license as provided in section 48732. A license, except a license to fish in the waters of this state as provided in part 435, is not required of persons taking minnows, wigglers, or crayfish for their individual use for bait. A person shall not set or use minnow traps for the taking of minnows, wigglers, or crayfish for any purpose unless the name and address of the user is on the trap.

Michigan Legislature – Section 324.48729

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Michigan Boating Laws

Alcohol restrictions

Find out where alcohol possession and use is limited in state parks, recreation areas and boating access sites.

Boat registration

All watercraft, unless exempt, must be registered with the Michigan Department of State and display a registration decal. Registrations expire on March 31 in the third year of issuance.

Boat operator-age restrictions

Learn how old you need to be to operate a boat or personal watercraft (such as a wave runner/jet ski)

Boating access site hours

The majority of state-sponsored boating access sites are posted closed 11 p.m. to 4 a.m. unless otherwise posted.

Boating and fishing laws to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species

The laws include the removal of drain plugs and aquatic organisms from boats and trailers and the disposal of unused baitfish.

Buoys and markers – what they mean

Learn what the different marker and buoys stand for – “traffic signals” on the water.

Life jacket rules

Who needs to wear a life jacket and what type of personal floatation device needs to be carried on your boat in Michigan.

Local watercraft rules

Know the rules about motorboats, high-speed boating, water skiing and more for particular waterbodies.

Pet restrictions at boating access sites

There are some restrictions in some locations during certain times of the year.

Still Need More? Here’s something from Channel 4…

A guide to Michigan’s boating laws: What you need to know. Make sure you stay safe on the water and keep these laws in mind.

Here is the entire book

Michigan Boating Handbook FAQ

A number of rules, regulations and policies were put in place to enhance safety, create a welcoming environment and protect parks and campgrounds for future generations.

Alcohol restrictions at state parks and recreation areas

You may not possess or consume an alcoholic beverage within the following described locations April 1 through Labor Day without written authorization of the park manager:

  • Fort Custer Recreation Area – entire park.
  • Holly Recreation Area – day-use areas south of McGinnis Road.
  • Island Lake Recreation Area- day-use areas in park, excluding rented shelters.
  • Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area – day-use areas in park.
  • Muskegon State Park – day-use area.
  • Pinckney Recreation Area – rented shelters in the Silver Lake and Halfmoon day-use areas.
  • P. J. Hoffmaster State Park – campground.
  • Proud Lake Recreation Area – day-use area east of Wixom Road.
  • Seven Lakes State Park – day-use areas of the park.
  • Sterling State Park – day-use areas in park.
  • Van Buren State Park – day-use and beach area.
  • Yankee Springs Recreation Area – Gun Lake day-use area.

March 1 through Sept. 30, you may not possess or consume an alcoholic beverage in the following locations:

  • Grand Mere State Park – entire park.

April 1 through Sept. 30, you may not possess or consume an alcoholic beverage in the following locations:

  • Brighton Recreation Area – Bishop Lake day-use area.
  • Warren Dunes State Park – entire park.

You may not possess or consume an alcoholic beverage at any time within the following described locations, without written authorization of the park manager:

  • Belle Isle Park – entire park.
  • Dodge #4 State Park – entire park.
  • Grand Haven State Park – entire park.
  • Holland State Park – entire park.
  • Maybury State Park – entire park.
  • Pontiac Lake Recreation Area – day-use areas in the park.
  • William G. Milliken State Park and harbor – entire park/harbor.
  • Yankee Springs Recreation Area – Deep Lake campground, mountain bike parking lot and boating access site 8-18.

Alcohol restrictions at boating access sites

Consuming alcoholic beverages or possessing an open alcoholic beverage are not allowed at locations below. This prohibition does not apply while on a vessel.

  • Big lake boating access site 3-1, section 14, T2N R12W, Allegan County
  • Green lake boating access site 3-4, section 10, T4N R11W, Allegan County.
  • Lake sixteen boating access site 3-9, section 16, T2N R11W, Allegan County.
  • Irving road boating access site 8-5, section 31, T4N R9W, Barry County.
  • Bristol lake boating access site 8-11, section 10, T1N R8W, Barry County.
  • Airport road boating access site 8-32, section 10, T3N R9W, Barry County.
  • Benton harbor boating access site 11-12, section 24, T4S R14W, Berrien County.
  • Jasper dairy road boating access site, 11-13, section 27, T5S R18W, Berrien County.
  • Buchanan boating access site 11-8, section 23, T7S R18W, Berrien County.
  • Goguac lake boating access site 13-2, section 14, T2S R8W, Calhoun County.
  • Hemlock lake boating access site 14-7, section 3, T5S R13W, Cass County.
  • Lake Fenton boating access site 25-2, section 14, T5N R6E, Genesee County.
  • Lake Ponemah boating access site 25-3, section 22, T5N R6E, Genesee County.
  • Long lake boating access site 34-2, section 3, T8N R7W, Ionia County.
  • East Tawas mooring facility (May 15 to Sept.15), Iosco County.
  • Sherman lake boating access site 39-2, section 29, T1S R9W, Kalamazoo County.
  • Morrow pond boating access site 39-5, section 22, T2S R10W, Kalamazoo County.
  • Eagle lake boating access site 39-6, section 9, T3S R12W, Kalamazoo County.
  • Rupert lake boating access site 39-9, section 5, T1S R12W, Kalamazoo County.
  • Sugar loaf lake boating access site 39-11, section 5, T4S R11W, Kalamazoo County.
  • Austin lake boating access site 39-14, section 26, T3S R11W, Kalamazoo County.
  • Murray lake boating access site 41-1, section 33, T8N R9W, Kent County.
  • Campau lake boating access site 41-2, section 12, T5N R10W, Kent County.
  • Camp lake boating access site 41-4, section 18, T9N R11W, Kent County.
  • Harley Ensign memorial boating access site 50-1, section 15, T2N R14E, Macomb County.
  • Selfridge boating access site 50-3, section 5, T2N R14E, Macomb County.
  • Clinton river cutoff boating access site 50-7, section 30, T2N R14E, Macomb County.
  • Little Whitefish lake boating access site 59-9, section 8, T11N R10W, Montcalm County.
  • Orchard lake boating access site 63-1, section 14, T2N R9E, Oakland County.
  • Tackles drive boating access site 63-4, section 13, T3N R8E, Oakland County.
  • Tipsico lake boating access site 63-18, section 30, T4N R7E, Oakland County.
  • Lake George boating access site 65-16, section 18, T21N R2E, Ogemaw County (May 20 through Sept. 15).
  • Lake St. Helen boating access site 72-14, section 21, T23N R1W, Roscommon County (May 20 through Sept. 14).
  • Klinger lake boating access site 75-2, section 2, T8S R11W, St. Joseph County.
  • Fishers lake boating access site 75-3, section 34, T5S R11W, St. Joseph County.
  • Clear lake boating access site 75-4, section 17, T6S R12W, St. Joseph County.
  • Gravel lake boating access site 80-3, section 31, T4S R13W, Van Buren County.
  • Van Auken boating access site 80-7, section 33, T2S R16W, Van Buren County.
  • Three mile lake boating access site 80-8, section 21, T3S R14W, Van Buren County.
  • Lake Cora boating access site 80-10, section 18, T3S R14W, Van Buren County.
  • North Channel boating access site 74-1, section 9, T2N R16E, St. Clair County.

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Driving Under The Influence Penalties in Michigan

Driving Under The Influence Penalties in Michigan

Jun 29, 2022 | Blog, Michigan Laws

Prescription drugs, medical marijuana, recreational cannabis, alcohol and more are considered to influence you in a way the law deems a crime.  Therefore you can be charged with operating a motor vehicle or driving under the influence and here are your possible penalties in the state of Michigan.

It can be a car, a boat, a moped, a motorcycle, a riding lawn mower, a hovercraft or as those of you from the future know all to well… spacecraft (even on auto pilot). Well you say – I’m on a horse and it knows it’s way home.  Well there’s a another special charge for you we won’t get into here.

  • –   a $100 to $500 fine and one or more of the following:
  • –   Up to 93 days in jail.
  • –   Up to 360 hours of community service.
  • –   Driver’s license suspension for 30 days, followed by license restrictions for 150 days.
  • –   Possible vehicle immobilization
  • –   Possible ignition interlock
  • –    Six points added to driving record
  • –    Driver Responsibility Fee ($1,000 for 2 consecutive years)
  • –   $200 to $1000 fine, and one or more of the following:
  • –   5 days to 1 year in jail.
  • –   30 to 90 days of community service
  • –   Driver’s license revocation and denial for a minimum of 1 year (minimum of 5 years if there was a prior revocation within 7 years).
  • –    License plate confiscation.
  • –   Vehicle immobilization for 90 to 180 days, unless the vehicle is forfeited.
  • –    Possible vehicle forfeiture.
  • –    6 points added to the offender’s driving record.
  • –   Driver Responsibility Fee of $1,000 for 2 consecutive years.

From The State of Michigan Website

It is a crime for a driver to have a bodily alcohol content (BAC) of .08 or greater if over age 21 or .02 or greater if under 21. In addition, Michigan has a high-BAC law with enhanced penalties for anyone caught driving with a BAC of .17 or higher. However, drivers can be arrested at any BAC level if they exhibit signs of impairment while operating a motor vehicle.

Drivers with any amount of a Schedule 1 controlled substance and/or cocaine are subject to the same fines and penalties as drunk drivers, even if they show no signs of impairment. The only exception is an individual who has a valid medical marijuana card and is driving with marijuana in his or her system. Under the law, an officer must show they are impaired due to that marijuana. 


Costs and Consequences of a Drunk Driving Conviction

Here are possible Michigan DUI / OWI Penalties for a first offender: 

If BAC is below .17 and this is a first offense:

  • Up to $500 fine
  • Up to 93 days in jail
  • Up to 360 hours of community service
  • Up to 180 days license suspension
  • 6 points on a driver’s license

If BAC is .17 or higher and this is a first offense:

  • Up to $700 fine
  • Up to 180 days in jail
  • Up to 360 hours of community service
  • Up to one year license suspension
  • 6 points on a driver’s license
  • Mandatory completion of an alcohol treatment program
  • Ignition interlock use and compliance after 45 days license suspension is required to receive a restricted driver’s license. Convicted drunk drivers have limited driving privileges, are prohibited from operating a vehicle without an approved and properly installed ignition interlock device, and are responsible for all installation and upkeep costs for the device.

Anyone who refuses a breath test the first time is given an automatic one-year driver’s license suspension. For a second refusal within seven years, the suspension is two years.

Convicted drunk drivers are subject to a $1,000 penalty for two consecutive years under the Driver Responsibility Act, for a total of $2,000 in additional costs.

Safer Alternatives

Tens of thousands of people are arrested annually in Michigan for alcohol-related driving offenses. To avoid a drunk driving arrest and the costs associated with such an arrest:

  • Designate a sober driver before drinking alcohol
  • Call a friend, cab, ride service
  • Walk, or take the bus (and maybe get a public drunk ticket)
  • Stay overnight

If you are from the future then you may want to check out this page for any new laws or updates. I’m sure there are some because that’s all lawmakers do to justify their salaries. We don’t need so many and if you are from the future you may have defunded them already. Website (if the web is still a thing).

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https://www.michigan.gov/msp/public-information/statistics/michigan-annual-drunk-driving-audit

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