Sec. 7543.
The administrator shall encourage research on misuse and abuse of controlled substances. In connection with the research and furtherance of the enforcement of this article, the administrator may:
(a) Establish methods to assess accurately the effects of controlled substances and identify and characterize those with potential for abuse.
(b) Make studies and undertake programs of research to:
(i) Develop new or improved approaches, techniques, systems, equipment, and devices to strengthen the enforcement of this article.
(ii) Determine patterns of misuse and abuse of controlled substances and the social effects thereof.
(iii) Improve methods for preventing, predicting, understanding, and dealing with the misuse and abuse of controlled substances.
(c) Enter into contracts with public agencies, institutions of higher education, and private organizations or individuals for the purpose of conducting research, demonstrations, or special projects which bear directly on misuse and abuse of controlled substances.
History: 1978, Act 368, Eff. Sept. 30, 1978 Popular Name: Act 368
Structure Michigan Compiled Laws
Act 368 of 1978 - Public Health Code (333.1101 - 333.25211)
Article 7 - Controlled Substances (333.7101...333.7545)
368-1978-7-75 - Part 75 Enforcement and Administration (333.7501...333.7545)
Section 333.7501 - Arrest Without Warrant.
Section 333.7502 - Powers of Agents.
Section 333.7507 - Administrative Inspections of Controlled Premises.
Section 333.7511 - Restraining or Enjoining Violation; Trial by Jury.
Section 333.7516 - Name or Identity of Patient, Research, or Individual.
Section 333.7522 - Property Subject to Forfeiture; Seizure; Process; Seizure Without Process.
Section 333.7524a - Repealed. 2015, Act 148, Eff. Feb. 1, 2016.
Section 333.7527 - Destruction of Controlled Substance Seized as Evidence.
Section 333.7533 - Judicial Review.
Section 333.7541 - Educational Programs; Powers of Administrator.
Section 333.7543 - Research and Enforcement; Duties of Administrator.
Section 333.7545 - Contracts for Educational and Research Activities.