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Dozens of Unlicensed Medical Marijuana Shops in Michigan Saved from Chopping Block

A judge stopped the state's March 31 deadline for operations to either obtain a license or close their doors.

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WXYZ News, Detroit
April 3, 2019

(WXYZ) — Dozens of medical marijuana shops in Michigan were saved from the chopping block.

A judge stopped the state's March 31 deadline for operations to either obtain a license or close their doors.

Michigan Court of Claims Judge Stephen Borrello signed a temporary restraining order Thursday, March 28. As of now, there are about 50 unlicensed medical marijuana dispensaries in Michigan.

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