by Barton Morris | Aug 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
On July 22, 2026, the Michigan Supreme Court decided People v Wilkins, Docket No. 167737, and answered a question that has come up at thousands of Michigan traffic stops since voters legalized marijuana in 2018: can a police officer search your car without a warrant...
by Barton Morris | Jan 16, 2026 | Blog
Many people believe that to be guilty of having a gun or drugs, you must be holding them, carrying them, or have them in your pocket. That sounds logical. But the law does not always work that way. Every day, people are charged with serious crimes even though they...
by Barton Morris | Oct 24, 2025 | Blog, Criminal Defense, Defense Attorney, Felony Rights, Firearms, In the News
October 24, 2025 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Department of Justice’s proposed rule under 18 U.S.C. § 925(c) is set to transform lives by restoring firearm rights for non-violent felons. With up to one million applications expected in the first year, this program...
by Barton Morris | Oct 3, 2025 | Blog, Criminal Defense, Defense Attorney, Felony Rights, Firearms, In the News
For months, The Law Offices of Barton Morris has been closely covering the development of the federal firearm rights restoration process. Through our blogs, YouTube videos, and social media updates, we’ve shared every major announcement and explained what it means for...
by Barton Morris | Sep 9, 2025 | Blog, Drivers License Restoration, DUI
If you’re in the restricted license phase, your mission is a clean, compliant year while driving with a Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device (BAIID). During this restricted-license phase, Michigan separates BAIID-related violations into two categories: minor and...
