Remove 2050 Remove Law Remove Policy Remove Recreational
article thumbnail

These 4 States Stand a Good Chance at Legalizing Recreational Cannabis in 2023

Veriheal

states — Minnesota, Ohio, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania — stand a good chance at legalizing recreational cannabis this year. Marijuana laws are rapidly evolving across all 50 U.S. Based on Ohio’s initiated statute rules, the General Assembly must either pass or reject the law by May 3. Adults would also be allowed to possess 2.5

article thumbnail

California Supreme Court: Cannabis Law Not Applicable to Prison Inmates

Marijuana Lawyer Blog

Inmates in prison are not allowed to possess recreational marijuana while incarcerated, according to a new ruling by the California Supreme Court. In a split 5-2 ruling, the high court held that Prop 64, which legalized recreational marijuana in California, was not applicable to prison inmates. Call us at 714-937-2050.

Law 97
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

California Medical Cannabis Now Allowed in Public Schools

Marijuana Lawyer Blog

As of this month, parents and guardians are allowed under California law to administer medical marijuana products to K-12 public school students. Although the law is controversial, it is not without precedent. It’s important to underscore the fact that this law does not establish a mandate. Rules Under JoJo’s Act.

article thumbnail

California Employers Ease Zero Tolerance on Cannabis

Marijuana Lawyer Blog

California employers long have long availed themselves of their right – as affirmed by the state’s high court – to carry out zero tolerance policies against workers who use drugs – even if that drug use takes place off-the-job. 64 that legalized recreational use. The History of Employer Zero Tolerance Policies.

Policy 45
article thumbnail

Danger of ‘De Facto” Cannabis Legalization for California Neighbors

Marijuana Lawyer Blog

have some form of lawful marijuana, nine allowing for recreational use. However, some politicians and advocacy groups still staunchly opposed fear they will suffer “de facto” legalization of marijuana in their states if all or most surrounding states have passed laws allowing it.

article thumbnail

Confer With a Cannabis Lawyer: Capitalizing on the Los Angeles Marijuana Tourism Market

Marijuana Lawyer Blog

Marijuana first became legal for recreation among adult users in January 2018. For example, if you are a hotel that hosts individuals who are visiting for marijuana tours just as you would any other, that might not be anything for which you’d need anything more than a commercial general liability policy. Call us at 714-937-2050.

article thumbnail

Marijuana Legislation Wins in Congress, Now Onto the Senate

Marijuana Lawyer Blog

Currently, the recreational use and sale of marijuana is legal in California, along with 10 other states, and Washington D.C. But federal law continues to classify cannabis as a Schedule 1 narcotic. Supporters for marijuana law reform are praising the legislation. Call us at 714-937-2050.