Project CBD

AUGUST 23, 2023

and any part of that plant, including the seeds thereof and all derivatives , extracts, cannabinoids, isomers, acids, salts, and salts of isomers, whether growing or not , with a delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol concentration of not more than 0.3 Within that definition, are two critical phrases: “all derivatives” and “whether growing or not.”

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 23, 2022

The debate surrounding delta-8 THC and the proper regulation of intoxicating hemp products has accelerated greatly over the last several months, fueled by multiple court decisions, federal policy actions, and new state laws. The Ninth Circuit Finds That the Definition of Hemp Turns on Delta-9 THC Concentration. Distro, LLC , No.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 26, 2021

There is no federal definition for synthetic derivatives, which has created quite a bit of confusion over the federal legality of Delta-8. Although many producers convert plant-derived CBD into Delta-8 THC using a chemical process called isomerization, the hemp that is used to extract the CBD falls under the Farm Bill exemption.

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 30, 2020

Many state law enforcement agencies simply mistook hemp for an illegal controlled substance. Here’s a good example: New York law enforcement apparently arrested and charged a person transporting hemp that they thought was illegal cannabis (apparently the company is now suing). All for what?

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 27, 2021

That’s because delta-8 is derived from federally legal hemp, which by law contains less than 0.3% Delta-8 is derived from CBD extracted from hemp, but in scientific terms it is delta-8 THC. D-8 is legal federally, and most state laws don’t specifically address it. It’s definitely exploded,” she told Leafly.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 12, 2022

In ruling that delta-8 THC is legal for purposes of trademark protection, the Ninth Circuit opined that products containing delta-8 THC are generally legal because they are hemp derived products and federal law defines hemp as “any part of” the cannabis plant, including “all derivatives, extracts, [and] cannabinoids,” containing less than 0.3%

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The Blunt Truth

JULY 18, 2023

PITFALLS TO AVOID The TTAB held that NCG “cannot obtain federal registrations of its marks because [NCG’s] identified goods constitute drug paraphernalia under the CSA, the [Authorization] [E]xemption …, based on state law, does not support federal registration, and the [Tobacco] [E]xemption … does not apply.” In re Stanley Bros.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 6, 2020

Many CBD companies have swapped the word “CBD” for the terms “hemp extract” and “full spectrum hemp” in hope of mitigating the risk of FDA and local enforcement actions. And even if we could make that determination, CBD companies would still be required to comply with marketing/advertising laws that would further complicate this issue.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

This post provides an overview of the regulatory framework of alcoholic beverages, including pre-manufactured industrial hemp-infused drinks and “homemade” alcoholic drinks infused with CBD oil or extracts. As we previously explained , alcoholic beverages are regulated by federal and state laws.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 28, 2021

The 2018 Farm Bill carved “hemp” and its derivates from the definition of marijuana in the CSA. … and all derivatives, extracts, cannabinoids, isomers, acids, salts, and salts of isomers … with a delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol [THC] concentration of not more than 0.3 It defines hemp as “cannabis sativa L.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 11, 2021

Although all hemp-derived cannabinoids, including hemp-derived Delta-8 THC, seem to fall squarely within the definition of hemp enacted under the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (the “ 2018 Farm Bill”) , uncertainties remain regarding the federal legality of cannabinoids like Delta-8 THC that are derivatives of other hemp-derived cannabinoids.

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Conflict preemption is a doctrine that finds a state law invalid if it contradicts federal law – i.e., when it is impossible to comply with both state and federal law. Imagine a state law that said you did not have to comply with a federal law. You get the idea.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

This would revolutionize markets in states, which, given the federal prohibition, are currently able to discriminate against interstate commerce. Descheduling would mean that state laws can no longer do so, as it would violate the Dormant Commerce Clause of the U.S. An often overlooked part of excise taxation is tax definitions.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

Signed into law on December 20, 2018, the 2018 Farm Bill formally acknowledges that hemp, defined as the plant “Cannabis sativa L. percent on a dry weight basis,” is removed from the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) definition of marijuana. USPTO Examination Guide 1?19. To see the full article click here.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 29, 2020

The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 ( 2018 Farm Bill ) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 31, 2022

Delta-8 is a form of the chemical compound tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) that can be extracted from either hemp or cannabis plants. Both hemp and marijuana are types of cannabis plants, but the Farm Bill for the first time exempted “hemp” from the definition of “marijuana.” What Is Delta-8 THC? Whitt Steineker.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 1, 2019

Before I discuss how Director Hunt and CBP are dead wrong on this issue, it is important to acknowledge that CBD oil derived from marijuana is illegal under both federal and Texas state law. And, CBP does not enforce state law. It is a federal agency charged with enforcing federal laws.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Thus, the court was faced with squaring Oregon hemp law before the 2018 Farm Bill, with federal law which had not yet distinguished between hemp and marijuana, with two different standards for measuring Total THC in a substance involving two harvests. Farm Bill definition of hemp as containing less than.3%

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 22, 2019

Pursuant to new regulation 40175(c), “a manufacturer licensee shall only use cannabinoid concentrates and extracts that are manufactured or processed from cannabis obtained from a licensed cannabis cultivator.” New product definitions. Now, CDPH-MCSB is following suit (indirectly). within 10 calendar days of the change.”

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Conflict preemption is a doctrine that finds a state law invalid if it contradicts federal law – i.e., when it is impossible to comply with both state and federal law. Imagine a state law that said you did not have to comply with a federal law. You get the idea.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Today, I intro’d the #StatesReformAct a turnkey federal tax and regulate framework for existing state laws. As a result, many financial institutions have chosen not to offer accounts to businesses they believe are involved in the marijuana industry, even if they are fully licensed and compliant under state law.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 15, 2021

on a dry weight basis), from the definition of marijuana in the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). AB45 imposes rigorous testing requirements, consistent with the current requirements for testing for cannabis under state law. The 2018 Farm Bill, however, explicitly preserved FDA’s authority over hemp products.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 3, 2021

Some of the issues at stake are familiar to those of American extraction who had a ringside seat to similar issues about seven years ago. As a result, how quickly cannabis reform will come in specific European states and via what means is still broadly unclear. Europe is Following the UN. One thing is clear.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 13, 2022

In The Weeds welcomes the new year, as well as a number of new cannabis laws and policies taking effect around the country in 2022. Below is a list of state law updates to look forward to this year. Newsworthy Highlights. Happy 2022! Montana: As of Jan. 1, Montana permits retail marijuana sales for adults 21 and older.

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The Joint Blog

JUNE 4, 2021

Schedule I drugs like heroin, Lysergic Acid Diethylamide (LSD), and ecstasy are strictly regulated by the Federal Government but Marijuana has be made an exception in some states. Marijuana is also classified as a Schedule I drug but it has been given the approval for medical and recreational at some state levels.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Legislation is pending, House Bill 2149, to amend the definition of “cannabis” under the 2010 voter-approved medical marijuana law. This measure prohibits employers from arbitrarily discriminating against prospective employees who legally consume medical cannabis off-the-job in accordance with state law.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Of the 51 products tested, 11 had delta-9 levels definitively below the 0.3% Five of them used an age verification form , which is in compliance with the FDA age requirements and state laws, where the customer has to upload a photo of a government ID, and the other required a signature on delivery of the package. percent.”.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 8, 2019

Medicinal cannabis in Australia is regulated under a mixture of changing international, federal and state laws. Unless manufactured or sold in accordance with the NDA or state licensing regimes, cannabis remains an illegal drug in Australia. State laws. Medicinal cannabis permit.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

21, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Clever Leaves , a leading vertically-integrated licensed producer of pharmaceutical-grade medical cannabis and hemp extracts, has received a pre-license letter from INFARMED I.P., d/b/a Clever Leaves recently announced a definitive agreement to fully integrate their respective operations.

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CannaMD

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

To fully understand this definition, you also need to know two other legal definitions: Medical marijuana treatment center. To fully understand this definition, you also need to know two other legal definitions: Medical marijuana treatment center. Qualified patient. ” Translation?

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

The pilot program is unable to begin without a change in state law that first allows cities and towns to authorize social consumption in their communities. Will allow cultivators that agree to environmental metering and reporting to receive a six-month extension to comply with energy requirements. Public Health and Safety.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 20, 2019

The matter is attracting increasing (and maybe both equally panicked and excited) attention as a result of cannabis-related statutory changes with the December 2018 Farm Bill that President Trump signed into law. There are approximately 300,000 employees in the legal cannabis industry.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Plants with a level of THC content low enough that they are considered non-intoxicating—with the specific definitions varying depending on the jurisdiction—are classified as industrial hemp. CBD can be extracted from the flowers of plants classified as industrial hemp as well as those with higher THC content.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Subsequent to quarter-end, Golden Harvests and Pure Extracts Inc. Cash production costs of Grown Rogue products, EBITDA and aEBITDA are non-IFRS measures and do not have standardized definitions under IFRS. Subsequent to quarter-end, Grown Rogue appointed Ryan Kee as Chief Financial Officer. NON-IFRS FINANCIAL MEASURES.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 1, 2019

Users can search for and review cannabis dispensaries, brands, strains, delivery services, and a host of other cannabis or cannabis-related products and services in states in which cannabis has been legalized for medical or recreational use. Follow State Law (and Require that Customers Do Too). ” 23.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 24, 2021

Then you compound that with the fact you’ve gotten federal law different from state law. And the transparency issues, you’re definitely preaching to the choir as the chief data officer. So it’s definitely been a challenge. . So yeah, definitely an issue there. . Ed Keating: Sure.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 25, 2019

Congress could pass a law that would legitimate marijuana activities, but only to the extent an individual or commercial enterprise acts within the letter of state law. State-compliant cannabis activity would no longer violate federal criminal law. Emphasis added).

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