ACLU of Michigan

The Michigan Supreme Court ruled that police cannot mislead suspects into waiving their right to an attorney, suppressing statements made after such violations. The decision in People v. Fenderson found Detroit police officers violated Miranda rights by implying a suspect needed money to hire counsel, leading to a 6-1 ruling in favor of the defendant. The case was remanded for further proceedings.

Detroit City Council narrowly voted 5–4 to renew a contract with SoundThinking for its ShotSpotter gunshot detection system until March 2027. Critics cited high costs, privacy concerns, and lack of proven effectiveness, while supporters highlighted successful cases like a 2023 incident where the system led to a gunshot victim's rescue.