Legal Question in Criminal Law in Michigan
Am I entitled to a copy of lab report concerning the marijuana seized from me? The police report states I had way more than I actually had. And would the false claim have anything to do with the outcome of the case?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Normally, you have that right through discovery meaning that the prosecutor has to give you copies of all police reports, lab reports, and evidence. If it is a misdemeanor, there is no right to discovery like there is for felonies. However, as a practical matter most prosecutors will give you copies if you have them. If not, you can always file for your own copy through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request. It may take quite a while as the lab reports from the state police have been routinely taking several months and even as long as a year to come back.
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