by cmladmin | May 31, 2013 | Drivers License Restoration
Driver responsibility fees for lesser driving offenses were eliminated, effective Oct. 1. 2012 “These fees have been a costly burden on Michigan residents and I’m pleased to see some of them go,” said Secretary of State Ruth Johnson. “Citizens already have to pay...
by cmladmin | May 30, 2013 | Blog
FAST FACTS ABOUT MARIJUANA ■ Michigan law states that a patient may possess up to 2.5 ounces of usable marijuana, but it also allows a patient to possess more if it is medically necessary. ■ Growers in Michigan can produce up to 72 plants at a time if they...
by cmladmin | May 16, 2013 | Blog
Issue: Are police constitutionally required to inform people in custody of their rights to remain silent and to an attorney? Result: Yes. The Court found that the Fifth and Sixth Amendments require police to inform individuals in custody and subject to interrogation...
by cmladmin | Apr 8, 2013 | Blog
The Fourth Amendment The Fourth Amendment protects “the right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures.” In determining whether a particular governmental action violates this provision,...
by cmladmin | Mar 27, 2013 | In the News
Gov. Rick Snyder signed Kelsey’s Law to help protect Michigan’s young, inexperienced drivers and other motorists. Senate Bill 756, sponsored by state Sen. Howard Walker, bans cellphone use for anyone driving on a level 1 or level 2 graduated driver license...