The “Mama Bear Instinct” Blog

According to the Michigan State Police Concealed Pistol License (CPL) annual report for 2014-15, 1,630 CPL licenses were suspended for a wide range of reasons. The six most common grounds for suspension are explored below: in each instance, you will receive notification of the suspension at your last known address, as well as information about […]

Planning for the future of your estate is a smart move. When you leave everything until the last minute or, even worse, make no plan at all, the future of your estate will be compromised. Under Michigan state law your closest relatives will still get all property and assets, but there will be no control […]

In Michigan, gun charges can arise from a number of different contexts. They include but are not limited to: Carrying a concealed weapon Carrying a dangerous weapon with unlawful intent Illegal discharge of a weapon Illegal possession of a firearm Felon in possession of a firearm Although most gun crimes are connected to other illegal activities such […]

Both the Michigan State Constitution and the Second Amendment confirm and protect the rights of all citizens to own and bear arms. Michigan is a “shall issue” state, meaning that any person who meets certain criteria and requirements may obtain a concealed pistol license. State Requirements All concealed carry pistol license (CPL) applicants must be: […]

Both current and aspiring gun owners in Michigan have one thing in common: they need to be familiar with the state gun laws as well as regulations from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR)  and federal law. Knowledge of applicable requirements, restrictions, and regulations ensures that you are not inadvertently breaking the law while […]