Summary and Legal Analysis: People v. Jeffery Scott Armstrong, Michigan Supreme Court (2025) Michigan Supreme Court: Smell of Marijuana Alone Not Enough for Vehicle Search Introduction In People v. Armstrong, the Michigan Supreme Court addressed a significant question in Fourth Amendment jurisprudence: can the smell of marijuana alone justify a warrantless vehicle search? This decision redefines the limits of police authority post-legalization of marijuana in Michigan. Background of the Case Jeffery Scott Armstrong was charged with firearm-related offenses after Detroit police discovered a handgun under the passenger seat of a vehicle where he was seated. The officers approached the car [...]