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Landmark Victory: Setting New Precedent in Second Amendment Law
February 15, 2026
Attorney Jim Makowski secures a groundbreaking win in federal court, establishing new legal precedent for gun rights advocacy. This landmark case reinforces constitutional protections and sets a new standard for legal defense in Second Amendment cases across the state.
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Featured clips and appearances where Jim Makowski acted as a subject matter expert
Legal Analysis: Second Amendment Rights in Michigan
Featured expert commentary on evolving CPL regulations and their impact on law-abiding gun owners throughout Michigan.
FOX 2 Detroit • 2024Michigan Bar Association: Criminal Defense Strategies
Keynote presentation on science-based OWI defense tactics and challenging field sobriety test evidence in Michigan courts.
State Bar of Michigan • 2023Understanding Your Rights: Self-Defense & Firearms
In-depth discussion on the intersection of self-defense law and Second Amendment protections for Michigan residents.
WJR 760 AM • 2024Expert Opinion: NFA Trusts and Class 3 Firearms
Featured article on navigating federal firearms regulations and establishing compliant NFA trusts for collectors.
Michigan Lawyers Weekly • 2023Defending Professionals: Career-Saving Defense Strategies
Discussion on protecting professional licenses and securing non-public dispositions for licensed professionals facing charges.
Legal Talk Network • 2024Medical Malpractice Litigation: A Trial Attorney's Perspective
Panel discussion on navigating complex medical malpractice cases and challenging corporate medical defense strategies.
Michigan Trial Lawyers Assoc. • 2023Media & Expert Commentary
Recognized expertise in firearms law and criminal defense
FOX 2 Detroit: Analysis of Michigan's New Self-Defense Law
Jim Makowski breaks down what the recent legislative changes mean for homeowners defending their property, and where the law still leaves gray areas.
January 20, 2025 | FOX 2 News
Recent Appearances
WJR Radio: CPL Revocation Rights
Jan 15, 2025
Detroit News Op-Ed: Red Flag Laws
Jan 8, 2025
WXYZ Interview: Datamaster Testing
Dec 20, 2024
Fox 2 Detroit: Second Amendment Panel
Dec 12, 2024
Michigan Radio: Gun Storage Laws
Nov 28, 2024
Detroit Free Press: Criminal Justice Reform
Nov 15, 2024
Channel 7 News: Stand Your Ground Discussion
Nov 3, 2024
WJR Morning Show: Legal Self-Defense Tips
Oct 20, 2024
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