by Barton Morris | Nov 16, 2020 | Blog, Drug Crimes, Marijuana, Michael Norman, Substance Abuse
Drug trafficking is a serious crime in Michigan and can result in serious penalties, such as: up to life in prison, a $1,000,000 fine, and subject you to asset forfeiture and loss of driving privileges. Drug trafficking is defined as the purchase, sale or...
by Barton Morris | Nov 6, 2020 | Barton Morris, Blog, Drug Crimes, In the News, Marijuana, Search and Seizure
In 2018, the state of Michigan legalized adult-use marijuana, which was supposed to significantly reduce the black market. When every adult who chooses to grow their own plants and licensed commercial marijuana retail stores are readily available, the demand for...
by Barton Morris | Oct 30, 2020 | Alcohol, Blog, Drug Crimes, Expungement, In the News, Marijuana, Probation, Substance Abuse, Theft
On October 12, 2020, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed seven bills into law known as the “Clean Slate” initiative, which set out new rules for Michigan marijuana expungement. Now in effect, this new law can benefit thousands of Michiganders, making even more marijuana...
by Barton Morris | Sep 29, 2020 | 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
New Michigan Expungement Law 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 the “Clean...
by Barton Morris | Sep 25, 2020 | Alcohol, Barton Morris, Blog, DUI
Michigan’s drunk driving laws are among the country’s toughest and carry steep penalties. That’s why you need the best Michigan DUI defense lawyer. In Michigan, a DUI – or in other terms, an OWI – is a misdemeanor or a felony depending on whether this is an...
by Barton Morris | Aug 28, 2020 | Assault and Battery, Blog
Michigan law has several classifications of assault and many grounds for enhancement. Facts like the use of a weapon or the alleged victim’s injuries can lead to different charges with different punishments. An assault attorney from our award-winning firm can advocate...
