Legal Resources and Information from the Hotline Team

Below are links to materials prepared over the years for MPA members that we hope you find helpful. Some of these materials could change due to legal developments, but they are for general reference – we encourage you to review the materials and then contact the hotline for specific, up-to-date information pertinent to your situation. You should always consult an attorney about your specific situation.

Election Information

Client Version Election Grid & Checklist

2022 RCFP Election Legal Guide

Conduct Prohibited at Voting Related Locations – Michigan

Georgetown info on militias

MI Election Law Crimes List

Press Rights at Protests RCFP 2022

RCFP Protest tip sheet

Public Notice Information

Public Notice Chart – CITY

Public Notice Chart – COUNTY

Public Notice Chart – SCHOOL

Public Notice Chart – VILLAGE

Public Notice Chart – TOWNSHIP

Public Notice Chart CLIENT ONLINE VERSION

MPA Webinar Series: Election Day Polls • October 2024

BUCKLE UP, BUTTERCUP! Political Day Poll Reporting.

It’s Fall 2024 & Election Day with Early Voting!

  • New Things in Michigan Election Law
  • What you May Observe: Facts about Voting.
  • What Happens After the Polls Close?
  • Can I Conduct Exit Polling?
  • Can I Report the News Near Polling Places?
  • Even More Questions Answered During the Session…Download the Slide Deck to learn more!

Advertising Information

Alcohol Ads

Real Estate Ads – FYI

Fair Housing Suggested
Advertising Word List

MPA Webinar Series:
Election Advertising September 2024

MPA Webinar Series:
Election Advertisements January 2024

MPA Resources

Butzel Long MPA Pricing Brochure June 2019

MPA Hotline Flyer

Misc. Resources

Cell Phone Rule Changes

MARIJUANA, CBD, & HEMP REGULATION

Newsroom Resources

Trauma Session for News Staff

ChatGPD Session

Handout Resources

Trademarks & Copyrights
in Advertising Handout
Copyright Infringement
in Advertising Workshop

Real Estate Handout

Marijuana Handout

Gun Advertising Handout

Alcohol Advertising Handout

Health Advertisements and Smoking Products Handout

Licenses Handout 03.29.2019

Final Tobacco Warning Statements Handout

FOIA Resources

FOIA 101: A PRIMER (May 23, 2024 Session)

Sample FOIA Requests

Sample FOIA Appeal Letter