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Medical Marihuana Seminar Stymied by Municipality

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Monday, 25 April 2011 16:33

     A seminar aimed at helping medical marihuana patients was cancelled after Highland Township threatened the scheduled speaker with a land-use violation.  Rather than subjecting the patrons to potential police action, the owner of the seminar location decided to forego holding the meeting.  This presents an interesting conflict between an individual's right to assemble and speak on private property and a municipality's application of its zoning ordinance.  The Township's decision was based on its moratorium banning facilities or activities related to the growth, sale, or dispensation of marihuana.  More information can be found in the following article.

 

Freelance Videographer Denied Access to Court of Appeals

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Monday, 25 April 2011 16:28

     Eric VanDussen is working on a documentary showing how different law-enforcement officials, prosecutors, and courts are enforcing the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act (MMMA).  Paramount to the success of the documentary is Mr. VanDussen's ability to videotape court proceedings.  Recently, the Michigan Court of Appeals denied Mr. VanDussen's request to videotape, People v Anderson, a criminal case that is likely to have an impact on the MMMA.  Citing Administrative Order 1989-1, the Court of Appeals did not believe the fair administration of justice required the videotaping.  Mr. VanDussen has asked the Michigan Supreme Court to review the denial.

 

Hubbard Attorney Speaks at MATS Conference

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Friday, 15 April 2011 14:33
Hubbard Shareholder Andria Ditschman participated in the "Ask the Experts" Roundtable at the 2011 Spring Education Conference of the Michigan Associations of Township Supervisors ("MATS") on Thursday, April 14, 2011.  Ms. Ditschman led the roundtable discussion on the topic of the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act.  Following the Roundtable, Ms. Ditschman and fellow Shareholder Michelle Brya took part in the Association's Networking Reception.
 

Hubbard Supports Komen Race for the Cure

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Thursday, 14 April 2011 19:30
ribbonHubbard employees, family members and friends will join together this Sunday, April 17, 2011, at the state capitol to show support for the Komen Mid-Michigan Race for the Cure in support and recognition of breast cancer research, survivors and those who have lost their battles with the illness.  This year more than 25 people will join the 5K walk/run and have raised hundreds of dollars in support of the cause.
 
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