By Samuel Strom, J.D. | Legally reviewed by FindLaw Staff | Last reviewed October 29, 2024
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In Michigan, the unlawful cultivation, creation, or manufacture of controlled substances is a felony. A felony can bring severe penalties. Depending on the amount of drugs involved, the offender could face up to life in prison and hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines.
Although the Michigan legislature legalized marijuana for personal use, state law prohibits people from growing cannabis plants with the intent to sell or otherwise distribute it. The table below provides an overview of Michigan's drug cultivation and manufacturing laws. For more information, follow the links in the table and the list following it.
Michigan Drug Cultivation and Manufacturing Code Statutes |
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Michigan Drug Cultivation and Manufacturing Offenses |
Unless authorized by law, it's illegal for a person to create or manufacture the following:
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Michigan Drug Manufacturing Crimes and Penalties |
A person violates MCL § 333.7401 if they create, manufacture, or possess with the intent to manufacture, create, or deliver a controlled substance, a prescription form, or a counterfeit prescription form. If the substance was a Schedule 1 or Schedule 2 narcotic drug in the following amounts, they are guilty of a felony and face the following penalties:
Ecstasy, MDMA, or methamphetamine:
If the substance was any other Schedule 1, 2, or 3 drug except marijuana or synthetic marijuana:
If the substance was a Schedule 4 drug:
Marijuana (marihuana or cannabis):
If the substance was a Schedule V drug:
Creating a prescription form or counterfeit prescription form:
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Note: Michigan state laws are subject to change through new legislation and other means. Consult a Michigan drug crime attorney or conduct your own legal research to verify current state laws.
For more information about Michigan's laws and drug possession laws, visit the links below:
Visit FindLaw's State Codes section for more information about other states' drug laws.
If the state of Michigan's law enforcement has charged you with a drug manufacturing charge, you could face severe criminal penalties. Contact a Michigan criminal defense attorney for legal representation and advice against serious criminal charges. They can provide helpful information about the following:
A conviction for a drug crime under Michigan law often imposes severe penalties. Contact a Michigan criminal defense lawyer to ensure the best possible outcome in your case.
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