The American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan and their Criminal Law Reform Project filed a lawsuit in federal court this week against the city of Grand Rapids. At issue is a practice of trespassing arrests that defies constitutional protections. [Read more…]
Archives for May 2013
State Marijuana Decriminalization Bill Introduced
The “patchwork” of marijuana laws across the state of Michigan could soon be influenced by a new state law, one that would effectively reduce penalties for possession of pot no matter where in the state you reside. Supported by lawmakers on both sides of the aisle, the legislation has a fighting chance. [Read more…]