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Pennsylvania: Marijuana possession arrests decline statewide

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” “This is likely the result of two major policy changes: More than twenty decriminalization or penalty downgrade ordinances passed by city councils across the Commonwealth, and approximately a quarter of a million registered medical marijuana patients,” said Goldstein. Most recently, in January, Norristown joined the list.

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Nevada SC Rules “state law protecting “lawful activities” or “lawful off-duty conduct” does not apply to non-medical cannabis consumption”

Cannabis Law Report

In a decision last week, the Nevada Supreme Court ruled that the state law protecting “lawful activities” or “lawful off-duty conduct” does not apply to non-medical cannabis consumption, according to an Ogletree Deakins report. In the decision in Ceballos v. 22-25130 (1). But justices ruled that doesn’t make it lawful. August 17, 2022.

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NORML’s 2020 Democratic Primary Marijuana Straw Poll

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We will be taking many more in-depth looks at the 2020 race as it progresses, including potential primary challengers on the Republican side, but first we wanted to provide an overview of all the currently announced Democratic candidates, along with their record and policy statements when it comes to marijuana legalization. The Senators.

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CDC Guidance: Marijuana and Driving: How to Keep Your Fleet’s Drivers Safe

Cannabis Law Report

This substance needs to be addressed as part of all workplace motor vehicle safety programs. Develop a comprehensive marijuana policy that accounts for current laws in each state where your company operates. A zero-tolerance policy for marijuana may not be possible, depending on your state’s laws. Update your policies as needed.

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Massachusetts: Public Comment Now Open Regarding Changes to the Commission’s Disproportionately Impacted Areas

Cannabis Law Report

The Commission has designated certain geographic areas in Massachusetts as DIAs for having historically disproportionately higher drug-policy enforcement and lower socio-economic status due to marijuana prohibition and the War on Drugs. These plans must outline examples of goals and programs that could benefit them.

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Virginia, Marijuana, and How Medical Legalization May Unfold in the South

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So, it shouldn’t be a huge surprise that Virginia didn’t launch a medical marijuana program until 2015, nearly two decades after California. And it took extensive, concerted efforts from marijuana law reform organizations like NORML to negotiate with Virginia’s Republican Party to get the program finally running.

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Ben & Jerry’s Co-founder Launches Cannabis Brand, MD’s New Cannabis Laws, and Singapore’s Controversial Execution

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To do this, Ben’s Best Blnz plans to commit 80% of its profits to a grant program for Black cannabis entrepreneurs. Maryland Reevaluates Its Cannabis Policing Policy Maryland is taking a major step toward curbing a long-held discriminatory policing practice. It would reduce the fine for public cannabis consumption from $250 to $50.

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