Today Michigan signed a new law making the anti-depressant tianeptine sodium into a schedule 2 controlled substance. Tianeptine sodium was previously unlisted as a controlled substance in any state or on the federal level. What is Tianeptine Sodium? Tianeptine sodium is used as an anti-depressant drug. It is considered an…
Ann Arbor Criminal Defense Blog
Assault with Self-Defense Spray
Assault with a self-defense spray or foam is a misdemeanor, punishable by up to two years in prison, a $2,000 fine, or both. The law instructs judges to consider enhancing a person’s sentence where there is an assault or threat of use of self-defense spray. A person may use self-defense…
Can a Cop Search My Car if it Smells Like Weed?
Yes, the smell of marijuana gives a police officer probable cause to search a vehicle. The Law The Fourth Amendment provides that police officers need a warrant to conduct a search. There is an exception for the searches of cars, however. Under this warrant exception, a police officer can search…
What is Felon in Possession of a Firearm?
Possession of a firearm by a person convicted of a felony is a felony itself. Anyone convicted of a crime who wishes to possess a gun should read the below law carefully. When this article says “possess,” that refers to the possession, use, sale, transport, purchase, ship, carry, receive, or…
Whatever Happened to the California Man Charged with a Caffeine DUI?
In California last year a man was charged with driving under influence. The only substance in his system – caffeine. The police officer observed erratic and reckless driving, and believed the man to be under the influence of drugs when the man was amped up and agitated. A drug test…
Can I Drink And Drive In My Own Driveway?
In A Few Words No, drinking and driving in your own driveway is against the law, with a possible exception discussed below. Background This rule comes from the Michigan Supreme Court case of People v. Rea. The Court found that even a private driveway falls under the drunk driving statute.…
Sniffing Glue, Intoxication, and Driving Under the Influence
In Michigan, it is against the law to operate a vehicle while intoxicated by an inhalant such as glue, paint, or other chemical agent. What is an Inhalant? A solvent chemical absorbed into the body through inhalation (huffing) is an inhalant. Solvents are chemical agents often found in everyday household…
Can I Use Medical Marijuana on Probation?
It depends. This is a common question I’m asked when a person is facing probation. Probation is a period of time following a conviction where a judge will set up requirements and prohibitions for the person convicted of a crime. All Judges Are Different What happens on probation is ultimately…
ArborYpsi Law Areas of Practice: Drunk Driving, Marijuana, Drug Cases
Here at ArborYpsi Law we focus on a couple of areas of law where we can especially be of service. Drinking and Driving Cases ArborYpsi Law represents people accused of drinking and driving. A DUI is a crime that is easy to commit and serious at the same time. A…
Michigan Anabolic Steroid Law
Anabolic Steroids are a Schedule 3 Controlled Substance, which means it is illegal to use or possess anabolic steroids without a prescription. What is an Anabolic Steroid? An anabolic steroid is a type of drug that promotes muscle growth. These drugs are used by bodybuilders and athletes because of the…