Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 13, 2020

So while the actual practice or use of a patented cannabis-related invention may be illegal under federal or some state laws, such illegality should not preclude issuance of a patent, if all of the requirements of patentability are met. However, there is no express legality requirement for patent eligibility.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 29, 2019

Here’s their article in full published via JD Supra. The article is authored by. The City Council passed the bill in April by a vote of 40-4, and it became law on May 10, 2019, with an effective date of May 10, 2020. Source: [link]. Aaron Colby. Michael Goettig. Practical Guidance.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 26, 2019

Article by Joseph J. Below is: (i) a brief summary of the history leading to this point; (ii) the key provisions of the SAFE Banking Act of 2019; and (iii) a preview of what comes next. History of Marijuana Regulation and Banking Implications. Pangaro , Justin M. Stern , David E. Landau , Seth A. Goldberg and Michael S.

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Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

APRIL 20, 2023

The state of Texas has a long history of regulating cannabis use. If you have any questions about this article or about the current state of Texas cannabis laws, please contact Denise Mayfield (Austin, San Antonio) or Antonio Cifuentes (Dallas). [i] iv] Texas State Law Library – Cannabis and the Law – [link].

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 30, 2021

The Michigan Cannabis Manufacturers Association, the trade group leading the crackdown efforts, formed in 2019 to “operate exclusively for the promotion of the cannabis manufacturers by promoting the common business interests and general welfare of the industry,” according to articles of incorporation filed with state records.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 20, 2019

History of compliance with regulations and policies governing government regulated marijuana programs. Criterion 2.

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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. the person’s history of compliance with the NDA. State laws.

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MMJ Recs

JULY 1, 2024

This article aims to provide a comprehensive guide to obtaining your MMJ card online in Iowa, detailing the process from application to renewal, and answering some of the most asked questions to help patients. These may include medical reports, treatment histories, and physician notes supporting the need for medical cannabis.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 20, 2022

Ikigai Law. In our last post 1 we spoke about the history, science and the regulator’s take on cannabis. Applicable law: The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 19852 (NDPS), Drugs and Cosmetics Act,1940 (DCA), excise laws and cannabis specific state laws apply. Ikigai Law.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 11, 2021

“The commission’s ruling on this issue will directly impact many law-abiding Michigan workers who may be terminated for the use of marijuana,” she said. View original article. In the third case, the judge ruled that a positive test for marijuana metabolites disqualified the worker for unemployment benefits. “For

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United Patients Group

APRIL 3, 2023

A recommendation from a physician is simply permission (‘recommendation’) for the patient to use cannabis, which can be obtained in any state where medical marijuana is legal. Although both are legal under state law, there are currently 29 states with legislation allowing for medical cannabis and the District of Columbia.

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MedicalJane

JUNE 29, 2018

At the time of this article’s publishing, thirty states and the District of Columbia have enacted legislation permitting use of medical cannabis. Of those, nine states and DC have went a step further and legalized marijuana for all adults 21 and over. State laws will set the guidelines for qualifying a practitioner.

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MMJ Recs

JUNE 9, 2024

During the appointment, the physician will review the patient’s medical history and assess whether medical marijuana is a suitable treatment option. This regulatory body ensures compliance with state laws and standards to maintain the safety and quality of medical cannabis products.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 27, 2021

This article looks ahead to ways in which those fights may play out, and steps that a cannabis company can take to protect its marks in the meantime. Trademark Rights in Cannabis Are Currently Fractured Along State Lines. History provides some guidance as to how these national marks will come into being. at 310, 319.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 18, 2019

Just to digress for those that may have never seen a rigorous history, medical cannabis in California was legalized in 1996 with the passage of Proposition 215 [1]. 6] See our summary of articles in Quick Update – Posts , Keeping Cannabis Simple , and Colossal Cannabis Fiasco. [7]

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 20, 2019

Here’s the ABC article …… Some Georgia patients will soon be allowed to legally buy the marijuana they are already allowed to possess. Because of a legal quirk, patients and families have regularly broken the law to obtain low-potency medical marijuana oil. Overall, its a step forward.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 1, 2020

In this article, we will discuss the differences between CBD and MMJ. A Brief History Of Marijuana. A key difference between CBD and MMJ is their status under the law. MMJ is legal in 33 states plus D.C. CBD, on the other hand, is legal in all 50 states. Well, the fact is that they are not the same thing.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 27, 2019

PUBLISHER: CANNABIS LAW REPORT. . 280E Insanity – We just completed writing what is perhaps our tenth article about IRC Sec. 280E applies to businesses operating legally under State law, notwithstanding its use of the word “trafficking. 3) does not apply to marijuana businesses legally operated under State law. .

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Even though 47 states have legalized cannabis for some forms of medical use , New York significantly falls behind its neighbors in terms of marijuana legislation. This guide will uncover key facts about recreational and medical marijuana use and the history of its laws in the state of New York. . Conclusion. MDBerry Blog.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

The legal doctrine of federal preemption is based upon the Supremacy Clause—Article VI, Paragraph 2 of the U.S. It establishes that the Constitution and the laws of the United States are the supreme law of the land. Potential Preemption under the National Labor Relations Act. Constitution. Garmon , 359 U.S. 236 (1959).

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 23, 2019

The Bureau of Cannabis Control (BCC) sent out 2,842 cease-and-desist letters to cannabis shops and businesses suspected of operating without state licenses. State regulators announced enforcement actions all over the State which then resulted in the first round of charges against operators violating state law.

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SpeedWeed

JUNE 14, 2021

It passed a full floor vote in December 2020, making history as the first bill to explicitly legalize cannabis to pass in Congress. View original article. The current flagship legislation for comprehensive cannabis legalization, the MORE Act was first introduced in the summer of 2019.

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SpeedWeed

JUNE 14, 2021

It passed a full floor vote in December 2020, making history as the first bill to explicitly legalize cannabis to pass in Congress. View original article. The current flagship legislation for comprehensive cannabis legalization, the MORE Act was first introduced in the summer of 2019.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 18, 2019

ARTICLE: FISH & RICHARDSON. As of the date of publication, marijuana is legal for medical use in 33 states and the District of Columbia, while it is legal for recreational use in 11 states and the District of Columbia. The USPTO’s Rich History of Cannabis Patents. PUBLISHED BY JD SUPRA.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

Way back in the beginning in 2016 , Florida had only six dispensing businesses licensed by the state’s Department of Health to grow, process, and distribute marijuana rather than the currently existing fourteen dispensary businesses. Indeed, the lock on the state’s cannabis safe is nearly unbreakable. No problem!

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SpeedWeed

JULY 17, 2021

The social equity measures seen in states that have recently passed adult-use legislation—like New York , Virginia , New Mexico and Connecticut —aim to deliver a scale of justice to people who deserve it that goes unparalleled in American history. View original article. Cory Booker.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 17, 2021

The social equity measures seen in states that have recently passed adult-use legislation—like New York , Virginia , New Mexico and Connecticut —aim to deliver a scale of justice to people who deserve it that goes unparalleled in American history. View original article. Cory Booker.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 16, 2021

The social equity measures seen in states that have recently passed adult-use legislation—like New York , Virginia , New Mexico and Connecticut —aim to deliver a scale of justice to people who deserve it that goes unparalleled in American history. View original article. Cory Booker.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 6, 2022

Sellers of CBD products are encouraged to check applicable state laws when designing their products’ labels to assure they provide customers with a way to view COAs associated with those products. Should you wish to discuss these topics or how they may apply to your business, contact the article’s authors Michelle R.E.

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SpeedWeed

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

Virginia, once a conservative stronghold, positioned itself to make history this month by becoming the first traditionally “Southern” state to legalize cannabis, possibly as soon as this summer. State oversight of the industry. I think we are going to see a big fight, just like every other state.”. .

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Connor & Connor PLLC

AUGUST 30, 2018

However, marijuana remains illegal under Federal law, and this creates an uncertain landscape for marijuana businesses in the preparation of their Federal income tax returns and in handling an IRS audit. In addition, marijuana businesses must be aware of cash handling issues.

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Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

JUNE 25, 2021

This article will discuss the U.S. businesses establishing operations outside the United States, and inbound investment, that is, foreign investors establishing U.S. This limitation was adopted by the United States with some modifications as part of the 2017 tax legislation, and by Canada in 2021. [2] operations.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 16, 2019

Through late July, the 2019 Cannabis Crusade saw daily cannabis-related news and a literal state of medical marijuana commotion. A timeline of Florida’s battle for solid ground has been outlined in depth throughout my previous articles.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2020

I recently wrote a post outlining the long history of religious exemptions to the federal Controlled Substances Act (CSA). law are forced to petition the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to do so. That may not be such an easy task either since psychedelics are outlawed in all states.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 1, 2019

PUBLISHER: CANNABIS LAW REPORT. “ in this recent news article. 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. Texas law regarding hemp and CBD has a long and mixed history.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

At the same time, in concluding my interview with KCRW, I said that I have hope for the Golden State to eventually “get it right,” and I think it will– just not for a while given the state’s many issues (see below). First, a bit of history. So I give the state a little leeway there. Enforcement.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

The changes in the cannabis industry in Southeastern United States represent some of the most surprising and remarkable changes in the history of the industry. Although several Southern states have enacted medical cannabis programs, no states have embraced recreational use of cannabis. Hunter Robinson. Whitt Steineker.

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