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Record Number of Scientific Papers Published About Cannabis in 2021

NORML

Since 2010, scientists have published an estimated 27,000 peer-reviewed papers specific to cannabis, with the annual number of total papers increasing every year. The post Record Number of Scientific Papers Published About Cannabis in 2021 appeared first on NORML.

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New Orleans: City Eliminates Penalties for Marijuana Possession, Vacates Thousands of Past Convictions

Cannabis Law Report

Under the city’s previous policy, police issued summons for minor marijuana possession offenses. Under the new policy, all fines are waived and anyone ticketed will receive a “prospective pardon.” The new depenalization policy takes effect on September 15. Those facing pending charges will also have their cases set aside.

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Maine Cannabis Regulator Unveils New Medical Marijuana Applications

Cannabis Law Report

Applications for medical marijuana dispensaries available for the first time since 2010, caregiver applications added to Office of Marijuana Policy’s electronic offerings.

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24/7 Wall St Publishes Report “States With the Largest Racial Disparities in Marijuana Arrests”

Cannabis Law Report

. > Marijuana possession arrest rate, 2010-2018: 127.62 > Total marijuana possession arrests, 2010-2018: 1351.00. > Marijuana possession arrest rate, 2010-2018: 141.72 > Total marijuana possession arrests, 2010-2018: 6333.00. > Marijuana possession arrest rate, 2010-2018: 141.72

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6 ways you can help free cannabis prisoners

The Cannigma

In 2010, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) reported that 52% of drug arrests were for cannabis charges – an astonishing 8.2 million arrests between 2001 and 2010. million arrests were made between 2010 and 2018. Pot in the can: Why can't inmates get medical marijuana? 5 facts every cannabis advocate needs to know.

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Denver gets first cannabis retailer applicant under social equity program reports the Denver Post

Cannabis Law Report

Daniel Morgan, the owner of the business Social Cannabis, was prosecuted in 2010 for a cannabis-related crime that would have been at worst a small fine today in Colorado. Instead, his conviction made life difficult. Full story at . Denver gets first marijuana retailer applicant under social equity program.

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Rising number of South Australians from regional areas support legalising cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

Data released by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare found 35 per cent of survey respondents in those areas said cannabis use should be legalised, up from 22 per cent in 2010. Aboriginal Drug and Alcohol Council CEO Professor Scott Wilson said changes in drug policies overseas seemed to be swaying Australians.

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