Carrying is legal in some, but not all state parks. We answer that and other questions here.
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Do I Retake the Michigan CPL Course Each Time I Renew My License?
Do I have to retake the one-day CPL course and get a new certificate when I renew my Michigan CPL?
If Threatened, Can I Speed Up the Michigan Concealed Pistol Application Process?
My family and I have been threatened by an acquaintance. I’ve been told that it can take a while to get a CPL. Is there some way to expedite the process?
What Is Michigan Law Regarding Armor Piercing Ammunition?
The Michigan statute incorporates federal statute by reference. The SS109/M855 “green tip” ammo is properly referred to as an “enhanced penetration” round rather than as an “armor-piercing” round.
What is Michigan’s “Stand Your Ground” Law?
This law is currently under attack in the legislature and returns us to the days when law-abiding citizens who were forced into defending themselves could be second-guessed by prosecutors.
Michigan Legislative Update – Gun Boards & Pistol Free Zone Exemptions
The bill would eliminate county gun boards and allow all CPL holders to be exempt from pistol-free zones after additional training.
I Thought My Michigan Concealed Pistol License was Good for 5 Years
Some counties are “running behind” on processing applications. The statute allows for renewal application up to 6 months before your current license expires.
2008 Michigan Concealed Carry Study – Results Still Hold True
It’s been argued by pro-gun-control organizations that the prevalence of civilian firearms, particularly the increased presence in public places due to concealed carry, increases violence.
Michigan Legislation Would Eliminate Gun Boards & Exempt CPLs from Gun Free Zones
The most important legislation for legal gun owners since the Castle Doctrine and shall-issue is currently under consideration by the Michigan Legislature.
Michigan Continues to Gun Up
According to the MSP report, as of February 3, 2012, there were 300,786 concealed pistol license holders in Michigan.
MCRGO Michigan Legislative Update
As I tell my law students: Do not try to apply common sense to gun law, you run the risk of a stroke.
Michigan’s Castle Doctrine & No-Retreat Legislation Review
Occasionally we like to review Michigan’s version of the Castle Doctrine and No-Retreat Laws.
Can I Change Or Remove The Factory Factory Engraving On My Gun: MCRGO Frequently Asked Question
I can find no prohibition on adding decorative, or personalized engraving so long as the original factory engraving is left intact…
Regarding Your Concealed Pistol License And Controlled Substances
MCL 28.425k covers alcohol. The limit is a BAC (Bodily Alcohol Content) of .02. This is essentially a zero-tolerance standard…
Sound Suppressors in Michigan – Silencers Part II
This week, we discuss the practical issues involved in a lawful purchase of a silencer…
Firearms Sound Suppressors in Michigan
As many of you are probably aware, late last week, the Attorney General of Michigan, Bill Schuette, issued an opinion on silencers in Michigan…
Is It Sufficient Notice To Hand Over My CPL Card Stopped By Police
If I get pulled over by the police while I am lawfully carrying a concealed pistol, is it considered sufficient notice to hand over my Concealed Pistol License (CPL) with my Driver’s License?
The Legal Ramifications Of Traveling With My Pistol
I am a Michigan CPL holder planning vacation travel by car, and I am planning to bring my pistol along for safety. What are the legal ramifications of traveling with my pistol?
Proper Conduct for Concealed Carry Encounters with Michigan Police
Individual licensed to carry a concealed pistol who is stopped by a police officer while in possession of a pistol shall immediately disclose to the police officer that he or she is carrying…
Licensed Concealed Pistol Carry Ratio Within Michigan’s Adult Population
Can I allow my CPL to expire and then carry a receipt for payment of the application fee for a new license to prove that one is licensed…
No Guns Allowed Sign – Legal Requirements
Does the law say where it has to be placed at a business, such as on the door or adjacent window leading into the business…
What Should I Do If I Ever Need To Use My Gun In Self-Defense
You should first be certain that the threat is removed before you lower your guard…
Michigan Coalition For Responsible Gun Owners Remembers Daniel M. Barch
We have lost a patriot, a fighter for our rights, a friend, and a shooter…
Planes, Trains and Guns
How do I transport my handgun and ammunition on a commercial airline or Amtrak rail…
Are Hollow-Point Bullets Illegal For Personal Defense
Are hollow-point bullets illegal for personal defense? What about laser sighting devices…
What Are My Responsibilities If A Gun Is Stolen From Me?
A person who owns a firearm shall, within 5 days after he or she knows his or her firearm is stolen, report the theft to a police agency having jurisdiction over that theft…
Michigan Self-Defense Legislature Allows More Powerful Pepper Spray
Pepper spray. Michigan law was recently changed (December 22, 2010) to allow citizens to carry “full-strength” 10% formulation pepper spray…
NJCSD & MCRGO File Amicus Brief in Landmark NJ Gun Rights Case
The case challenges New Jersey’s concealed carry permit statute to determine whether it is in compliance with a recent US Supreme Court decision in McDonald v. Chicago…
Repeal the Michigan Pistol Free Zones
I advocate for repeal of the statute imposing the pistol free zones because the law fails to accomplish its essential purpose…
To Bear or Not to Bear – Guns in Educational Institutions
The list of presenters includes attorneys, professors, best-selling authors, and nationally-known experts on both sides of the gun control debate…