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Launchers and Projectile Laws

Are Launchers and Projectiles Legal In Michigan?

Launchers and Projectiles in MI is Legal.

UNVERIFIED Michigan generally bans gas-dispersing devices but exempts a "self-defense spray or foam device" as defined by its chemical formulation. The exemption's caption and cross-references consistently use "spray or foam device" language, raising a genuine, unresolved question of whether a launcher-fired OC round qualifies for this exemption or falls outside it. This has not been resolved by any Michigan case, agency opinion, or other authority we located. This addresses the OC-loaded (chemical-agent) configuration only; the kinetic-only (non-OC) configuration is addressed separately. Statute: MCL § 750.224(1)(e), (3)(a); § 750.224d(1) Official source: https://www.legislature.mi.gov/Laws/MCL?objectName=mcl-750-224d This is general information, not legal advice. Laws change. Confirm current requirements with Michigan authorities or your own counsel before purchasing or carrying.