Michigan United Conservation Coalition v. Secretary of State
Michigan Supreme Court
630 N.W.2d 297 (2001)

- Written by Joe Cox, JD
Facts
A controversial Michigan legislative act—2000 Public Act 381 (2000 PA 381)—was passed, allowing for much easier access to concealed-weapons permits. The act also included a $1 million grant to the Michigan state police. While the state of Michigan allowed for a ballot referendum, it limited such questions to exclude acts that made appropriations for state institutions. Nevertheless, given the political thrust of the act, a referendum was requested. At that time, Michigan United Conservation Clubs and another organization, as well as three individuals who wished to obtain concealed-weapons permits (the concealed-weapons advocates) (plaintiffs), filed suit seeking to prevent the Michigan secretary of state (defendant) from conducting a recall regarding 2000 PA 381. An appellate court ruled against the concealed-weapons advocates, finding that the referendum could occur. The concealed-weapons advocates appealed.
Rule of Law
Issue
Holding and Reasoning (Taylor, J.)
Concurrence (Corrigan, C.J.)
Dissent (Cavanagh, J.)
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