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Despite Decriminalization Of Adult Recreational Use Of Marijuana, Court Finds Its Use Is Not Lawful

Cannabis Law Report

Nevada’s voters decriminalized adult recreational use of marijuana by voter initiative. 8, 2016, effective Jan. Marijuana nonetheless remains illegal under federal law and may be prosecuted under the Controlled Substances Act. By Keith Paul Bishop on August 12, 2022. 2, 14 (Nov. See 21 U.S.C. §

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Which States Have Marijuana and Psychedelics on the Midterm Ballot This Year?

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This year, voters will have the opportunity to decide whether or not recreational cannabis can be used legally in a total of five states: Arkansas, Maryland, Missouri, North Dakota, and South Dakota. Each of the five states that are pushing in the direction of marijuana legalization takes a unique approach.

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New Jersey Votes to Legalize Recreational Cannabis but Now What?

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Congratulations to New Jersey residents for voting to pass recreational marijuana! Other important things that must be considered include home grow, workplace drug testing, decriminalization, limits on possession, and more. Ready to run out and buy some bud? Hold on one second…it’s not ready yet! So, what’s next?

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Mayor of London Plans to Divert Young Cannabis Consumers Away from Prosecution

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Recent reports suggesting that London Mayor Sadiq Khan would decriminalize cannabis in London may have been blown out of proportion. Khan has since issued some clarification in response to media speculation regarding his plans to decriminalize the Class B drug. What Would Kahn’s Decriminalization Trial Entail?

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Here Are the Cannabis Wins and Losses From Midterm Elections

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In the United States, where cannabis is still illegal under federal law, there are currently 19 states and the District of Columbia that allow the recreational use of marijuana. There are 13 states that outlaw marijuana entirely. Additionally, 17 states have passed legislation allowing medical marijuana (MMJ).

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What are the cannabis laws in Mexico? Is weed legal?

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Medical: Legal Recreational: Decriminalized (expected to be legal imminently) . Mexican lawmakers in March, 2021 approved a law to legalize recreational cannabis, and some analysts believe the country could become the world’s largest cannabis market. What marijuana products are allowed in Mexico?

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Santa Monica City Attorney Announces Dismissals Of Marijuana Convictions

Cannabis Law Report

The pilot program has cleared marijuana related jail convictions eligible for relief under Proposition 64. Proposition 64 declares the personal possession and use of marijuana as decriminalized. Under this proposition, adults 21 years of age and over may possess and grow specified amounts of marijuana for recreational use.