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Analysis: Local Bans on Cannabis Retailers Drive Illicit Markets

NORML

The report estimates, “States with roughly 20 to 40 legal regulated stores per 100,000 residents, in general, have captured 80 percent to 90 percent of all cannabis sales in the legal market.”. The post Analysis: Local Bans on Cannabis Retailers Drive Illicit Markets appeared first on NORML.

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Missouri: St.Louis Lawmakers Repeal Local Marijuana Possession Laws

NORML

Under the newly signed law, the possession of personal use quantities of cannabis by adults will no longer be subject to civil penalties. Furthermore, police may no longer cite the odor of cannabis as justification for engaging in a warrantless search.

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Texas: Austin Voters Decide in Favor of Municipal Ballot Initiative Eliminating Local Cannabis Penalties

NORML

The post Texas: Austin Voters Decide in Favor of Municipal Ballot Initiative Eliminating Local Cannabis Penalties appeared first on NORML. Austin voters passed the proposition by a margin of 85 percent to 15 percent.

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Massachusetts’ premier cannabis strains of 2024: A deep dive into local favorites

Leafly

In the heart of New England, Massachusetts’ cannabis culture thrives, offering a rich palette of strains that cater to a myriad of preferences and needs. From the soaring heights of Blue Dream to the comforting embrace of Wedding Cake, the Bay State’s cannabis aficionados have made their preferences clear.

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Local Decriminalization Efforts

Cannabis Life Network

Local decriminalization efforts in last week’s midterm elections shouldn’t go unnoticed. While the US midterms saw Maryland and Missouri legalize cannabis, these smaller ballot measures are just as important. In fact, one can make the case that local efforts are superior to state-wide top-down enforcement.

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Massachusetts town charges local cannabis companies $866,000 for “policing”

Leafly

There's no evidence that cannabis companies negatively impact their communities. The post Massachusetts town charges local cannabis companies $866,000 for “policing” appeared first on Leafly. So why are they paying massive impact fees?

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Study: Cannabis Retailers Associated with Drop in Localized Crime

NORML

The establishment of regulated cannabis retailers is associated with a decrease in localized criminal activity, according to data published in the journal Regional Science and Urban Economics. … Lastly, there is no evidence that increased marijuana use itself results in additional crime.”

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