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Felon in Possession of Firearm: What Happens When Felons Hunt in Michigan?

November 19, 2021 | Barton Morris | Blog, Expungement, Firearms, John Trummer

In Michigan, felon in possession of firearm is defined as the, “possession of firearm or distribution of ammunition by person convicted of felony.” Because of this, many people wonder if felons can hunt in Michigan. Below…

Arrested for CCW in Vehicle? Know Your Rights

September 23, 2021 | Barton Morris | Barton Morris, Blog, Firearms, Search and Seizure

In Michigan, traveling in a motor vehicle with a firearm, or CCW in a vehicle, without having a carrying a concealed permit (CPL) is a felony. If you’re facing charges, immediately speak with a CCW attorney. Addition…

Carrying Concealed Weapon Charge? You Need to Avoid Jail

August 27, 2021 | Michael Norman | Blog, Firearms, Michael Norman

Avoiding jail for carrying concealed weapon charge (CCW) is critical. A serious felony, it’s punishable by up to 5 years in prison and a $2,500 fine. If you don’t have a valid concealed carry permit, carrying a…

Michigan’s New Expungement Law: Who Now Qualifies for Expungement?

September 29, 2020 | Barton Morris | Arson, Assault and Battery, Barton Morris, Blog, Domestic Violence, Drivers License Restoration, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Firearms, In the News, Marijuana, Probation, Professional License, Substance Abuse, Theft

A little over a year after a new Michigan expungement law was first introduced, Governor Whitmer signed seven house bills into law that completely changed criminal conviction/Michigan expungement laws. It’s known as …

Can I Get a Carry Concealed Weapon License After a Domestic Violence Conviction?

April 24, 2020 | Barton Morris | Blog, Domestic Violence, Firearms

Many people wonder, “can I own a gun after a domestic violence conviction?” In Michigan, restrictions on gun rights start the minute an individual is charged with domestic violence. Once charged with domestic v…

If You Have a DUI Can You Get a CPL in Michigan?

April 10, 2020 | Sarah Tarockoff | Blog, DUI, Firearms

One of the most common questions we get is, “can you get a CPL with a DUI in Michigan?” This article covers eligibility, applying, and eventually regaining your gun rights. Do you need help regaining your gun r…

Can I Get Arrested For Accidentally Discharging a Firearm?

March 27, 2020 | Barton Morris | Blog, Firearms

Can I be arrested for accidentally discharging a firearm? The answer is yes – and no. If a firearm has been genuinely discharged by accident, then it would seem you could not be charged with a crime. The difficulty is that…

Is Medical Marijuana And Concealed Carry Legal In Michigan?

March 13, 2020 | Barton Morris | Barton Morris, Blog, Drug Crimes, Firearms, Marijuana

Can a Michigan medical marijuana patient carry a concealed firearm? Yes, absolutely and legally, but only under the right circumstances. There’s a lot of confusion when it comes to the legality of carrying, purchasin…

Felon In Possession Of A Firearm vs. Felony Firearm

February 20, 2020 | Barton Morris | Blog, Firearms

Michigan has two laws that are sometimes confused with one another: Felon in Possession of a Firearm (FIP) and Felony Firearm (FF). One of them can be charged any time a person had a firearm on them at the time they commit…

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