Canna Law Blog

MAY 7, 2024

California’s path to cannabis social equity: from arrests to advocacy Data from the California Department of Justice reveals that nearly half a million individuals were arrested on cannabis charges in the state between 2006 and 2015.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 29, 2019

Prior to opening her own firm, she was appointed as Senior Policy Advisor at the Bureau of Medical Cannabis Regulation, where she developed regulations and negotiated with stakeholders regarding the implementation of the Medical Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (MCRSA). Authored By: An-Chi Tsou.

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Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Blog Post is Co-Authored by Jerry Hincka from EHS Support As readers of this blog well know, the cannabis industry is one of the fastest growing and most regulated industries in the United States.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 26, 2024

Welcome to part three in our series on cannabis and those who wish to lead us. Overall Grade: B- Haley’s position on cannabis is that she would “let the states decide.” To wit, Haley doesn’t appear to have commented on any of the federal legislative proposals floating around for cannabis reform. We need this for cannabis.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 20, 2021

So much is changing in the cannabis industry that it can be challenging to keep up with the latest national and state-by-state laws and business insights. With that in mind, we put together a list of some reliable sources for news and information related to the business of cannabis. . Read the Right Blogs and Websites.

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The Blunt Truth

JANUARY 20, 2023

Speaking of CBD, Google makes changes to its advertising policies. And finally, if you’re looking for a cannabis-friendly hotel in Las Vegas, there’s a new place in town to stay. The three jurisdictions, known collectively as the DMV, have had very different laws as regards cannabis as long as this blog has been around.

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Canna Law Blog

JULY 31, 2023

Fall is always eventful in Oregon cannabis. Croptober is an Oregon cannabis tradition— hopefully the crops come in lee of any wildfires. It did not identify topics for rulemaking. But this is all very new to the cannabis space. That’s what I’m here to discuss. But life must go on. They want the money after all.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 4, 2022

In late 2019 I wrote a post titled How to Export Medical Cannabis Internationally. Most things we write on this blog eventually turn to vapor, but I still receive the occasional inquiry referencing that old “how to” article. Under international law, the medical and therapeutic potential of cannabis is now recognized and protected.

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MMJ Recs

MAY 9, 2024

In this instance, medical cannabis offers a promising alternative or complementary treatment option. Navigating the complexities surrounding the Veterans Administration and medical cannabis can be daunting. Many veterans struggle with various physical and psychological conditions resulting from their service.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

A few years ago I wrote a somewhat tongue-in-cheek blog post titled, “Cannabots – Are the Robots Coming For Your Weed,” which discussed the application of robotics to the cultivation of marijuana. Just a few weeks ago my colleague, Hilary Bricken, authored a post, Will AI Replace Your Cannabis Lawyer?

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 4, 2022

In late 2019 I wrote a post titled How to Export Medical Cannabis Internationally. Most things we write on this blog eventually turn to vapor, but I still receive the occasional inquiry referencing that old “how to” article. Under international law, the medical and therapeutic potential of cannabis is now recognized and protected.

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Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Blog Post is Co-Authored by Jerry Hincka from EHS Support. As readers of this blog well know, the cannabis industry is one of the fastest growing and most regulated industries in the United States. Some of the challenges facing the cannabis industry present opportunities to implement environmentally sustainable practices.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

We are helping build out another cannabis banking program here in Oregon. MRB defined The term “MRB” is used pervasively in cannabis banking, yet this term is not defined in the moldering 2014 Financial Crimes Enforcement Network “FinCEN” Guidance. Here is my shorthand: “ Direct Marijuana Business.”

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Sensi Seeds

JANUARY 18, 2019

Many things pointed to the possible announcement of a reclassification of cannabis, which would mark the beginning of the end of worldwide prohibition. The WHO did not say anything about the reclassification of cannabis. The topic of cannabis is currently highly politicised. Cannabis is on its list of illegal substances.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 19, 2021

Last week, Senators Schumer (D-NY), Booker (D-NJ), and Wyden (D-OR) circulated a discussion draft of the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act , a legislative proposal to deschedule and legalize cannabis. While there is much to explore in the bill’s 163 pages, here are five immediate takeaways for the cannabis industry.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

An appeals court in Brazil is set to consider the issue of cannabis-related trademarks, and in particular their registrability under the country’s Intellectual Property Law (LPI), which forbids the registration of marks “contrary to morals and good customs” (Article 124, III).

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 9, 2024

As perceptions around cannabis shift and its medicinal properties become increasingly recognized, people are exploring how this versatile plant can contribute to their overall well-being. From alleviating chronic pain to reducing inflammation, cannabis offers a range of benefits that can enhance physical and mental health.

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The Blunt Truth

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

The Illinois General Assembly passed SB 1557 , revising the language of the Recreational Cannabis Law to reduce but not eliminate employer liabilities. As we previously blogged, the Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act will legalize recreational cannabis for Illinois adults starting January 1, 2020.

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The Joint Blog

JANUARY 30, 2020

With the MLB easing its policy on marijuana use, players in the NFL are hoping that, and asking for their league to do the same. Now, former football players told Reuters a similar policy would be a positive step for management of chronic pain in the NFL.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 19, 2023

So CBD companies on the receiving end of this letter – or who receive similar letters in the future – may have a difficult time sifting through the FTC’s myriad different policies. As mentioned, we will probably dive further into these topics in future blog posts, but wanted to get a short summary out now.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 7, 2023

Vince will be joined by Dominque Scalia of DBS Law (Seattle) as they cover “The Business of Cannabis and Bankruptcy.” Cannabis and insolvency — including potential bankruptcy relief for adjacent businesses — is a timely topic.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Last week, I wrote a piece entitled “ Deschedule Cannabis, Don’t Reschedule It.” ” The post came on the heels of President Joe Biden’s announcement that the federal government is considering the federal scheduling of cannabis.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 27, 2021

Keeping up with changing cannabis industry news is easy when you read and listen to the right cannabis websites, blogs, newsletters, and podcasts , but what about learning the laws and regulations that are unique to each state? Where do you go to get current cannabis licensing rules? NORML State Laws.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 25, 2021

What rights do Connecticut employers have if they have a drug-free workplace policy? In the case of a job applicant, an employer can rescind an offer or a conditional job offer if an applicant tests positive for recreational marijuana so long as the employer makes the policy available to the applicant at the time of offer.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 24, 2019

Irina Dashevsky is an Associate in Locke Lord’s Chicago office where she concentrates her practice on advising clients in the rapidly evolving cannabis industry. A similar amendment that protects tribal cannabis programs also passed. aptly remarked, “It’s past time we protect all cannabis programs….the On June 20, 2019, the U.S.

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PrestoDoctor

JANUARY 30, 2024

Cannabis-induced psychosis is a unique mental health condition that is triggered by the use of cannabis, a psychoactive plant. It is essential to understand the connection between cannabis use and psychosis to address this growing concern in society. This is especially true if they have a predisposition to psychosis.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2022

On September 29, I spoke on an opening panel at the 7th annual Cannabis Law Conference for the Cannabis Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan. One of John’s specialty areas is state and federal marijuana policy. banking system, including through its role in informing the federal government on financial policies.

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The Blunt Truth

OCTOBER 15, 2019

The move marked the first time the DEA removed any form of cannabis from Schedule I and was due to the FDA’s approval of Epidiolex, a non-synthetic cannabis-derived medicine used to treat severe epilepsy. As noted in our previous blogs, CBD is a recent and largely unregulated industry.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 12, 2024

Overview of Texas Medical Marijuana Laws Texas medical marijuana laws govern the possession, use, and distribution of medical cannabis within the state. The Compassionate Use Act (CUA) permits the use of low-THC cannabis oil for patients with certain qualifying conditions, such as epilepsy and multiple sclerosis.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 17, 2022

A few weeks ago, California lawmakers quietly introduced SB-1326 , a bill that would amend the Medicinal and Adult-Use Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act ( MAUCRSA ) to legalize interstate cannabis sales, notwithstanding the status of federal law. If this topic is of interest, you can read more about it here.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 30, 2022

Last week, I participated on a great panel about current and future cannabis taxes called “ Solving the Cannabis Tax Puzzle: Approaches for an Emergent Industry ” hosted by Ohio State University Moritz College of Law’s Drug Enforcement and Policy Center and the Center for New Revenue. Under Prop. Under Prop.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 23, 2021

Twitter is still an important channel for cannabis businesses and cannabis-related businesses to indirectly market their products and services. 10 Twitter Marketing Tips for Cannabis Businesses and Cannabis-Related Businesses. In its latest research , Pew Research Center found that Twitter is used by more U.S.

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NORML

JUNE 5, 2020

For NORML’s 50th anniversary, every Friday we will be posting a blog from NORML’s Founder Keith Stroup as he reflects back on a lifetime as America’s foremost marijuana smoker and legalization advocate. This is the sixth in a series of blogs on the history of NORML and the legalization movement.

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 1, 2022

Unfazed by the federal leadership vacuum on cannabis, states continue to roll out cannabis proposals and programs. A total of 34 states considered cannabis reform proposals in 2021. I’ve spent a good deal of time noodling and directly experiencing what works and what does not in state cannabis regulation.

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Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2019

As expected, USCMA will not include mention of cannabis. This does not mean that cannabis (specifically, non-hemp cannabis, aka marijuana) won’t make its way into North American trade. In fact, USMCA could become a promising forum for cannabis trade policy. have legalized cannabis to boot.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Griffen’s article is just one of many parsing the language of the 2018 Farm Bill and a 2023 DEA letter on the topic. When Oregon adopted that standard in 2019, it seemed to fly under the radar, though we did our best to publicize it here on the blog. You probably don’t want to read all of that today. “But But Oregon will not.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2020

On the other side of the country our nation’s capital has its own ballot initiative on psychedelics, Initiative 81, formally known as the Entheogenic Plant and Fungus Policy Act of 2020. For more on the use of psychedelics for religious purposes, on that topic, see this excellent article by my colleague, Griffen Thorne, and this one.

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