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Michigan firework laws

June 27, 2023

Michigan firework laws: What to know for Fourth of July celebrations

Plan to use fireworks to celebrate Independence Day? Be sure you know the laws to avoid fines and possible jail time.
Fourth of July fireworks are allowed from June 29 to July 4 until 11:45 p.m. each day.

Read more at Fox2 Detroit

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Michigan's new distracted driving law

June 20, 2023

Michigan's new distracted driving law is now in effect. Here's what to know.

Michigan's distracted driving laws will change beginning June 30, 2023. Here's what you need to know about new rules aimed at reducing crashes and fatalities on the state's roadways

Read more at Detroit Free Press

What do Michigan’s hands-free driving bills mean for drivers with older cars?

June 2, 2023

There are three bills in a package passed by legislators. HB 4250 says an individual “shall not hold or use a mobile electronic device while operating a motor vehicle.” The wording expands previous regulations that prohibited texting while driving — social media use and other activities were not previously addressed.

Read more at Lansing State Journal

Michigan law protects underage drinkers who seek medical care

May 24, 2023

Medical amnesty laws allow a person under 21 to seek treatment or observation, including an examination and treatment for any condition as a result of sexual assault. Minors can also contact police and emergency medical services for legitimate healthcare concerns. A person who accompanies the minor is also protected.

Read more at Fox2 Detroit

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Laws to end child marriage in Michigan

May 12, 2023

Laws to end child marriage in Michigan re-introduced before House Judiciary Committee

As of right now, Michigan law does not have a minimum age for marriage, which means infants could potentially be trapped in marriage.

Read more at MSN.com

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Michigan passes updated distracted driving bills

May 8, 2023

If passed by the state Senate and signed by the governor, using things like social media, streaming sites and Zoom calls while driving could land you a ticket. Current Michigan laws only cover texting while driving, but say nothing about social media use while driving.

Read more at CBS News Detroit

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Michigan passes bill to permanently allow to-go cocktails

May 2, 2023

Carryout cocktails in Michigan allowed during the COVID-19 pandemic could be here to stay under a bill passed by the Michigan House Tuesday.

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Rolling back Michigan's retirement tax

April 27, 2023

Rolling back Michigan's retirement tax triggers plenty of questions, confusion

The reality, like many things when it comes to taxes, is that many Michigan retirees could be stumped when they end up staring at complex retirement-related tax calculations for their 2023 state income tax returns next year and afterward.

Read more at Detroit Free Press

Michigan Senate moves to end ban on unmarried cohabitation

April 19, 2023

The law has been active for almost a century. It states that “any man or woman, not being married to each other, who lewdly and lasciviously associates and cohabits together… is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than one year or a fine of not more than $1,000.” The amendments to the law eliminate the ban on cohabitation.

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Money From Debt Elimination Services Fraud Scheme

April 4, 2023

Money From Debt Elimination Services Fraud Scheme Successfully Forfeited And Returned To Victim

A “debt elimination services” scam. If it sounds too good to be true…

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