Our criminal defense lawyers know that many offenders who face Michigan criminal drug felony or misdemeanor charges want to keep their record clean. Fortunately, Michigan has a law known as 7411. Our firm has negotiated 7411 for numerous clients charged with possession or use of marijuana and/or drugs which has resulted in dismissals without trial. The 7411 law is not available for persons charged with delivery, manufacturing, selling or trafficking drugs.

The Michigan law which is found at MCL 333.7411, also known as "7411", applies only to persons charged with possession or use of marijuana, analogues or controlled substances such as cocaine or heroin. Sentencing pursuant to 7411, allows for a first time offender involving use or possession of marijuana, analogues or controlled substances to have the proceedings deferred without entering a judgment of guilt. Upon compliance, the court shall discharge the individual and dismiss the proceedings. There may be only one lifetime discharge and dismissal under this section.

Medical Marijuana and 7411

If you have been charged with possession or use of marijuana and have applied for a Michigan medical marijuana card, you may be entitled to a dismissal instead of being placed on 7411 probation. If you find yourself in this situation, we will ask for you to provide your doctor's report, application and other information.

There is nothing worse than losing an opportunity of a lifetime because of a drug crime which could have been dismissed.

Hot Spots for Marijuana Arrests

Police are active in areas like downtown Royal Oak, Rochester and Mt. Clemens where young people congregate. You can become a target for a search because of being involved in a fight outside of a bar or because you are acting disorderly after alcohol consumption. Our firm has gained 7411 disposition for eligible drug offenders in every county and district court including Clinton Township, Sterling Heights, Royal Oak and Warren.