It’s important to talk to a Detroit marijuana lawyer with detailed knowledge of the law, how cases move through Detroit’s criminal system, and a track record of favorable results.
Contact Davis Law Group PLLC for a free, confidential consultation. Call (313) 818-3238 or contact us today.
Marijuana Laws in Michigan
Recreational marijuana is legal. But that does not mean that anyone can walk down the street consuming it without facing the consequences. You must be twenty-one years or older and use marijuana in private.
There are also limitations on how much marijuana you can have on your person or in your residence. For example, when you are out in public, you are legally allowed to have up to two-and-a-half ounces of marijuana on you. If you are in possession of more than this amount, you may be subject to criminal penalties.
You can also face criminal charges for driving under the influence of marijuana.
Types of Marijuana Cases We Handle
At Davis Law Group PLLC, we have experience handling cases involving marijuana and helping our clients achieve favorable outcomes.
The common marijuana cases we handle in Detroit include:
- Use of Marijuana — Public use of marijuana can result in a fine.
- Underage Use of Marijuana — Use of marijuana by individuals under 21.
- Possession of Marijuana — Marijuana possession in large amounts is a civil infraction or misdemeanor in Michigan that can result in jail time and fines if you’re convicted.
- Marijuana Cultivation, Sale, and Possession With Intent — The cultivation, sale, or possession with intent to traffic in marijuana can be serious felony offenses in Michigan, resulting in years in prison and significant fines, depending on the amount of marijuana involved.
If you have been charged with another marijuana crime and are unsure of where to turn, reach out to Davis Law Group right away.
Penalties for Marijuana Charges
Marijuana offenses range from misdemeanors to felonies, depending on the details. For example, when charges involve substantial amounts of cannabis, marijuana trafficking, or cultivating or growing cannabis plants, some marijuana offenses can still result in time behind bars.
If you are convicted, you face:
- A jail or prison sentence
- Fines of anywhere from thousands of dollars to millions of dollars
- Loss of your driver’s license
- A lifelong criminal record as a drug offender
- Loss of eligibility for federal financial aid
- Loss or denial of a professional license
- Effects on your immigration status
