Michigan Court Limits Car Searches by Smell | Lansing News

Michigan’s top court just handed law enforcement a major setback: cops can no longer search your car based solely on the smell of weed. Since recreational marijuana was legalized in 2018, a small amount is treated like a civil infraction — not a criminal offense — meaning the odor alone doesn’t justify a warrantless search. Officers now need more than just the scent — like visible evidence of larger quantities or other illegal activity — to legally search your vehicle. This shift reshapes how police operate and protects drivers’ rights in the post-legalization era. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5323cf60dec0ef8f