Ex-Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith sentenced 21 months, fined $20,000

MACOMB COUNTY, Mich. – Former Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith was given a maximum prison sentence of 21 months and was fined $20,000 following his involvement in a criminal enterprise scheme.

Smith, who resigned from his position in 2020 following an investigation into the scheme, will also have to pay $69,900 in restitution and will be on 18 months of supervised release.

The 55-year-old ex-prosecutor pleaded guilty to obstruction of justice charges after he asked coworkers to lie to the FBI during the investigation. He admitted to stealing $75,000 from a campaign fund from 2012-2019.

Read the rest here

https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/ex-macomb-county-prosecutor-eric-smith-sentenced-21-months-fined-20000

The Michigan Medical Marijuana Association (MMMA)
Public forums for guests and members of the Michigan Medical Marijuana Association.
This is an open forum related to a variety of topics from legal issues to growing for medical use to strains and more.

LEGAL ADVISORY – Rules, Regulations and laws may have changed after this information was posted. It is up to the reader to research and determine the current status of those items. It is always best to consult an attorney that has experience and is focused on the cannabis industry. One of the most well known law firms in the industry for over 25 years is Komorn Law

Other Posts

How Legal Michigan Cannabis Becomes Illegal in Ohio
Or Borders Matter… For years, Michigan residents have grown accustomed to a simple reality: adult-use cannabis is legal under Michigan law. Adults may purchase cannabis from licensed dispensaries, possess it, and transport it… Read more: How Legal Michigan Cannabis Becomes Illegal in Ohio
Michigan’s 24% cannabis tax is about more than just a really bad idea
Michigan’s 24% wholesale cannabis tax is about more than just being a really bad idea. For cannabis reform advocates, it is a clear example of a larger problem. Michigan voters repeatedly chose to… Read more: Michigan’s 24% cannabis tax is about more than just a really bad idea
Michigan Cannabis Businesses Lose $31.8 Million in Federal Court
Michigan’s regulated cannabis industry continues to operate in a challenging legal environment where state legalization and federal prohibition remain in conflict. A recent decision from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth… Read more: Michigan Cannabis Businesses Lose $31.8 Million in Federal Court
Cannabis Processor slapped with $2M Fine in CRA Enforcement
Michigan cannabis regulators have issued one of the largest enforcement actions in state history, sending a clear message that compliance failures can carry serious consequences. The Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) recently announced… Read more: Cannabis Processor slapped with $2M Fine in CRA Enforcement
How CRA Investigations Work in the Cannabis Industry (We Guess)
How CRA Investigations Work in Michigan’s Cannabis Industry (We Guess) Michigan’s cannabis industry operates under one of the most comprehensive regulatory systems in the country. With billions of dollars in annual sales and… Read more: How CRA Investigations Work in the Cannabis Industry (We Guess)
What Do Flock Cameras Really Know About You?
Across Michigan and the country, communities are installing Flock Safety cameras to help law enforcement investigate crimes, locate stolen vehicles, and identify vehicles connected to criminal activity. But as these cameras become more… Read more: What Do Flock Cameras Really Know About You?