2018 - Law Offices of Barton Morris

Criminal and Civil Penalties Under Michigan Marijuana Law

Written by Barton Morris on December 18, 2018. Posted in Barton Morris, Drug Crimes, In the News, Marijuana.

Michigan Marijuana Law Penalties With Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marijuana Act (MRTMA), there’s a quite revolutionary set of laws which govern marijuana activities. It’s no doubt why I’m frequently...

What To Do If Arrested With An Expired Michigan Medical Marijuana Card?

Written by Barton Morris on July 4, 2018. Posted in Blog, Drug Crimes, Marijuana.

What do you do if you’ve been arrested with an expired Michigan medical marijuana card? You may still be covered under the medical marijuana shield if you have remained in substantial compliance with the Michigan Medical...

Can Fire Department Paramedics Draw Blood for DUI Investigations?

Written by Barton Morris on June 28, 2018. Posted in Barton Morris, DUI.

Can fire department paramedics do a DUI blood test? No, and below we explain why. There are two main chemical tests to determine the amount of alcohol in a driver for evidence in drunk driving cases. They’re a breath...

Early Termination of Probation Beginner’s Guide

Written by Barton Morris on March 20, 2018. Posted in Probation.

When our clients are sentenced, we almost always get asked the same question; “How do I get early termination of my probation?” As much as I wish there was an easy answer to this question, there isn’t. Courts and...

Handling Driver’s License Restoration Process Solo? You Have Everything to Lose

Written by Barton Morris on March 13, 2018. Posted in Drivers License Restoration.

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How I Got Marijuana Charges Reduced In Case With 250 Pounds of Weed

Written by Barton Morris on February 6, 2018. Posted in Barton Morris, Blog, Case Study, Drug Crimes, Marijuana, Search and Seizure.

The Facts My client was a medical marijuana patient and caregiver for five (5) additional patients. The West Michigan Enforcement Team (WEMET) executed a search warrant on my client’s home after he had just harvested...

What Is A Chemical Test for DUI?

Written by Barton Morris on January 18, 2018. Posted in DUI.

What is a chemical test for DUI? What exactly is a chemical test for DUI? How many types are there? Can they save my driver’s license? This article addresses these questions and more. In recent months, I’ve noticed...

Prescription Medication and DUI: How to Prove Your Innocence

Written by Barton Morris on January 9, 2018. Posted in DUI.

You’re no doubt aware of “drugged driving.” While the name sounds like it would only pertain to people operating a vehicle with heroin or cocaine in their system, the list of substances that will find you...

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