Drug policy of Michigan

Laws pertaining to controlled substances can be found almost exclusively in various sections of public health code, specifically Act 368 of 1978.

The Michigan Liquor Control Code states that enforcement officers have the right to carry out an inspection of establishments that sell or serve alcohol at any time.

[4] Penalties for operating a vehicle while intoxicated with a blood alcohol level higher than 0.17% includes but is not limited to: Although federal law prohibits the production, sale, and use of cannabis products, in 2008 the state of Michigan passed the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act, which allows qualified individuals access to cannabis for medicinal purposes.

[6] Qualified patients as well as caregivers are required to register with the state and receive an identification card, following procedure as has been laid out by Michigan.

[12] When it comes to driving under the influence of controlled substances and alcohol, several states have implemented per se laws, including Michigan as of September 30, 2003.

Death rates by drugs are higher in Michigan than the national rate
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