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Media Report: More than 15k marijuana convictions expunged since recreational legalization

Cannabis Law Report

Since legalizing recreational marijuana, the state of Missouri has granted more than 15,000 expungements at the misdemeanor and felony levels for nonviolent marijuana offenses. That includes 65 in St. Louis City, 304 in St. Louis County, 55 in Jefferson County, and six in Franklin County.

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2019: A High-storic Year for Nevada NORML Chapters

NORML

Over the course of twelve months, the proud fighters of the Las Vegas chapter have taken cannabis advocacy, education and community to otherworldly levels through a variety of far-reaching ways. Tina showed the true power of Nevada NORML’s advocacy on a national level. Established and increased a media presence for Nevada NORML.

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Cannabis Council of Canada Launches Future of Canadian Cannabis Public Affairs Campaign Ahead of Election

Cannabis Law Report

Canada’s Cannabis License Holders are broadly distributed across Canada, representing the sector’s untold advocacy strength” said George Smitherman, President and CEO of the Cannabis Council of Canada (C3). Election advocacy training sessions open to all Health Canada License Holders.

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How to Use Cannabis in Community Outreach

Medicinal Marijuana Association

Start by defining the purpose of your event, whether it’s educational, recreational, or advocacy-focused. Promote the event through various channels like social media, community boards, and local publications. Choose a suitable venue that aligns with the tone and goals of your event.

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Press Release: Duane Morris LLP Selected by Chambers and Partners As a Finalist for Cannabis Law Firm of the Year

Cannabis Law Report

Duane Morris attorneys serve as trusted business partners to medical and recreational cannabis operators, investors, lenders and others on complex M&A and capital transactions, through planning, licensing, real estate , tax , intellectual property , labor and day-to-day business advice.

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Federal policy kills buzz for advertising pot

Cannabis Chronicles

With a growing number of states legalizing weed for recreational and medical purposes, the U.S. The public has a stigmatized view of the product but legitimate business owners can’t reach them; it creates mistrust,” says Kyle Porter, who runs CMW Media, which does marketing and public relations for cannabis companies.

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Media Report: In some N.J. towns, groups attempt to block legal cannabis sales

Cannabis Law Report

When New Jersey voters approved a 2020 referendum to make recreational marijuana legal, the residents of Princeton emerged as some of legalization’s biggest champions. The New Jersey Monitor reports. Seventy-five percent of voters in this progressive college town gave legal weed a thumbs-up, compared to 68% of voters statewide.

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