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A Founder Looks at 50: Keith Stroup on the Shafer Commission

NORML

For NORML’s 50 th 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 second in a series of blogs on the history of NORML and the legalization movement.

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A Founder Looks at 50: Keith Stroup on the Schafer Commission

NORML

For NORML’s 50 th 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 second in a series of blogs on the history of NORML and the legalization movement.

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If Recreational Cannabis is Legal, Why Keep a Medical Card? One Answer: Employment

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The November 2020 election was a great win for advocates for cannabis legal reform , with four states voting to legalize recreational cannabis, joining the 11 other states that have decriminalized recreational cannabis use. ” What Federal Law Says. ” What Federal Law Says. 12114(a); 29 U.S.C. §

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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. Marijuana nonetheless remains illegal under federal law and may be prosecuted under the Controlled Substances Act. Marijuana nonetheless remains illegal under federal law and may be prosecuted under the Controlled Substances Act.

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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. The case, California v.

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Australia Cannabis Laws: A Comprehensive Guide

Canna Law Blog

Australia Cannabis Regulations: Federal and State Overview Australias cannabis laws are complex, with federal, state, and local regulations all playing a role in determining the legal framework. Australian state and territory laws determine whether personal use, possession, and local business activities are permitted.

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7 Things You Need to Know About Federal Marijuana Law

Otherside Farms

Here are things you need to know about federal marijuana law. Not only that, but recreational marijuana is also legal to use in 10 states. Even though it’s technically legal to consume cannabis in over half of the nation, the federal law on marijuana still isn’t budging. How did this law pass the Second Amendment?

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