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WCPO to Dismiss all Cases Issued Under Governor's Executive Order During COVID Crisis
As a result of the Michigan Supreme Court ruling WCPO conducted a review of the cases and it was determined that there is not a legal basis to proceed with them. WCPO will be dismissing all adjudicated cases and all pending cases. ( See box attached.)
It is important to note that the dismissal of these cases is not a reflection upon the conduct of any law enforcement agency, since the applicable law was followed at the time of the alleged offenses.
"Governor Whitmer's leadership has prevented many of our citizens from contracting COVID-19," said Prosecutor Worthy. "However, considering the Supreme Court's decision, WCPO will no longer use criminal prosecution to enforce the Governor's Executive Order. It is my earnest hope that people will continue to wear face masks, social distance, and quarantine when warranted."
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