...clipped and ready to chamber, but no threat.
If that is the case, "Honey, I am Home" would have taken on a whole new meaning in MI.
Without proper permits, being out of state, reciprocity laws and evaluations every three years, your "clipped" gun would have gotten you some time.
And Rex, You do not have the best of luck. So be careful with your fish and guns when treading into MI.