4 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Wayne County, Michigan.
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Wayne County cities enforce loud party ordinances allowing officers to break up gatherings after a noise complaint and bill hosts for second-response calls. Detroit, Dearborn, and Livonia charge $250 to $500 fees plus criminal misdemeanor charges for hosts of unruly gatherings serving alcohol to minors.
General loitering ordinances are largely unenforceable after Kolender v. Lawson, but Wayne County cities still prohibit loitering with specific intent like prostitution, drug solicitation, or trespassing on private property. Detroit and Dearborn enforce targeted loitering rules near schools and licensed premises.
Michigan's Smoke-Free Air Law (MCL §333.12601+) bans smoking in indoor workplaces and most bars and restaurants. Wayne County extends this to county park grounds and government building entrances. Several municipalities prohibit smoking near playgrounds and outdoor dining patios.
Michigan voters legalized recreational cannabis in 2018 (MCL §333.27951+), but consuming in public remains a civil infraction under MCL §333.27954. Wayne County enforces this on county property; Detroit and most cities issue $100 to $500 fines for sidewalk, park, or vehicle-passenger marijuana use.
1 cities in Wayne County have their own public conduct rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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