The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program

AUGUST 14, 2019

New Mexico’s governor has officially become a party in a legal battle over whether medical cannabis cards should be issued to out-of-state residents. On Wednesday, a state district judge approved Gov. healthcare policy for our State,” the court filing read.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 28, 2022

A Great Falls couple filed a lawsuit in district court Monday challenging the ban on cannabis dispensaries within city limits. State law allows dispensaries to operate legally in Great Falls, unless the citizens of Great Falls say otherwise through an election,” the couple’s attorney, Raph Graybill, said in a press release.

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United Patients Group

APRIL 3, 2023

Introduction A cannabis ‘prescription’ is written by a doctor to be dispensed at a pharmacy (i.e. 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.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

The cannabis industry is in dire straits, perhaps even in a recession. Cannabis businesses cannot seek standard bankruptcy protections and are looking for creative ways to deal with the distressed market. There are a lot of unknowns that can be avoided by following the law and dissolving a cannabis entity.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 2, 2022

Wildlife officers with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) recently shut down an illegal cannabis operation in southern Monterey County. Like many other illicit grows in California, the operators were circumventing state laws that are designed protect native plants, fish and wildlife.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

I often write about various discrete aspects of cannabis M&A transactions. A full list of my posts, along with other Canna Law Blog contributors’ posts, is linked at the bottom of this post. It almost sounds too obvious , but the first step in any cannabis M&A transaction is to find a potential deal.

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Namely, it sounds like certain Southern California licensed distributors are (allegedly) moving cannabis oil out of Mexico into California. is relevant and material to a legitimate law enforcement inquiry.” is relevant and material to a legitimate law enforcement inquiry.” and nothing else. and nothing else.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 5, 2022

Cannabis products are legal in Kansas only with very small amounts of hemp-derived THC. Law enforcement officers are carrying out raids in Topeka on shops selling cannabis products. The raids also frustrate advocates because some cannabis products already count as legal under state law.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 11, 2024

As cannabis continues to evolve, understanding the intricacies of West Virginia’s MMJ laws and regulations is essential for patients, caregivers, and industry stakeholders alike. This program facilitates access to medical cannabis for individuals suffering from qualifying debilitating conditions.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Nevada, like most states, has legalized cannabis for medicinal use. Although permitted under state law, a Nevada employee may still face discipline under a company’s drug policy. Following the incident, the employer required the plaintiff to take a drug test, and he tested positive for cannabis.

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 4, 2023

So of course, cannabis businesses often just ignore it. As I wrote back in 2021: “a strong corporate governance program is one in which a cannabis business (1) adopts procedures for running the cannabis business, and then – and this is the hard part- (2) actually follows them.” This is where things get hectic.

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 10, 2022

Many cannabis handshake deals result in the parties forming an inadvertent cannabis partnership. Many early stage cannabis entrepreneurs know they want to do some type of business venture, often with a business partner, but they often do not know why or how to avoid forming an inadvertent cannabis partnership.

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United Patients Group

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

In this ultimate guide to medical marijuana for chronic pain relief, we delve into the diverse world of medical cannabis strains and delivery methods specifically tailored to address chronic pain and provide valuable information on obtaining a medical cannabis card. To access medical cannabis for chronic pain management: 1.

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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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FloridaMarijuana.net

JULY 16, 2018

I’ve been self-medicating Marijuana for a little over two years; I didn’t care that it was illegal at the time that I started using cannabis, all I cared about was how I felt afterward. The thought of getting caught, however, resided in the back of my mind for a while; not to mention the negative stigma that cannabis, and its users, carry.

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Medical cannabis is legal in 37 states, including our nation’s capital, Washington, DC. Nineteen states have legalized recreational or adult-use cannabis. Just because medical cannabis and recreational cannabis are legal in so many places doesn’t mean that the programs are uniform across the country.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission Issues Workplace Guidance on Reasonable Suspicion Determinations. The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (“the Commission”) on September 9, 2022 issued long-awaited guidance for employers on how to respond when employees are suspected of marijuana impairment. September 14, 2022.

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SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

The Compassionate Access to Medical Cannabis Act or Ryan’s Law would allow patients in California with serious conditions to use non-smokable medical cannabis inside of hospitals. The proposal prohibits patients, however, from inhaling or vaping herbal cannabis products.

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PrestoDoctor

JANUARY 15, 2024

In recent years, the acceptance and legalization of medical marijuana have been on the rise across the United States. West Virginia is no exception, as the state has also taken steps to provide patients with access to medical cannabis for various qualifying conditions. However, this is not an exhaustive list.

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Veriheal

JULY 16, 2020

Despite the novelty of its drug policy findings, the document has gone largely unnoticed by reform advocates and the media. The panel, led by Jake Leinenkugel (a presidential nominee), asserted that psychedelics, such as MDMA and psilocybin, as well as cannabis, present promising ways to treat mental health conditions among military veterans.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 11, 2022

The Maine law that permits the use of medical marijuana “does not override the federal requirements for conditions of pretrial release — where federal law and state law provide contradictory directives, federal law controls,” the order states. Count Nine: Tampering with Documents (18 U.S.C.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 21, 2021

Additionally, social equity license holders will be required to develop and implement policies to document how the Marijuana Establishment will provide a benefit to one or more communities disproportionately affected by the enforcement of Arizona’s previous marijuana laws.” . View original article.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 1, 2021

Demand for medical and adult-use cannabis far exceeded expectations in 2020. In 2021, federal legalization of cannabis is inching closer to being a reality and an unprecedented level of capital is prepared to enter the industry. State law protection may also be helpful, depending on your situation. By Dan Roda, J.D.,

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The Cannigma

AUGUST 4, 2021

In an age of unprecedented variety and quality in cannabis, it’s easy to think we’ve never had it better. But even in this era of plenty, there are still countless medical cannabis patients who cannot afford their medicine and don’t know where or how to find assistance. What is ‘compassionate care’ in cannabis?

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022

If applicants fail to do so, they will not be able to legally grow, distribute or sell cannabis products in the State of New York. State-mandated cannabis industry LPAs are not new to New York, as the licensees in the state’s medical cannabis market are already required to sign them.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 3, 2024

Ohio has seen significant developments in its medical marijuana laws, reflecting changing attitudes towards cannabis as a therapeutic option. Understanding these regulations is crucial for patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers navigating the state’s medical marijuana program.

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The Blunt Truth

JUNE 9, 2023

FLORIDA Could adult-use cannabis appear on the 2024 Florida ballot? As we reported here , there are enough signatures to qualify, but the state’s Attorney General believes that the initiative as written violates state law. The amendment itself does nothing to expand the cannabis industry.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 14, 2024

The application requires providing personal information, medical records documenting the qualifying condition, and a valid form of identification. Upon approval, patients receive their medical marijuana card, granting them legal access to dispensaries across the state.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 26, 2022

Cannabis—also known as marijuana—has been legalized in the last two decades in more than half of the states. Thirty-nine states allow the use of medical marijuana, while 18 states and the District of Columbia permit both medical and recreational marijuana. Federal Laws Restricting Controlled Substances on Campus.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 7, 2020

One reason taxes can be such a headache for cannabis business owners is IRS Code 280E. While cannabis remains a Schedule I substance in the eyes of the federal government, businesses are stuck navigating these tricky tax circumstances. 280E still penalizes cannabis businesses, even when they are regulated and comply with state law.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 31, 2019

Law Firm Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP writes… The Cannabis Banking Guidance from California’s Department of Business Oversight (DBO) offers California-chartered financial institutions serving cannabis-related businesses assurances that the DBO will not bring enforcement actions based solely on such relationships.

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

New Jerseyites may still be celebrating the fact that their state legalized adult-use cannabis on Feb. Based on the latest analysis of municipal cannabis ordinances , almost 71% of towns across the Garden State have outlawed adult-use cannabis retail sales. Deadline for Ordinance Adoption Has Passed.

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Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2019

As a corporate and transactional attorney focused mostly on cannabis, I see my fair share of financing documents and transactions involving cannabis operators. The concept of starting a cannabis business on a shoestring budget has never really existed.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

The New Mexico Political Report writes… A Senate bill that would specify that only New Mexico residents are eligible to enroll in the state’s Medical Cannabis Program is headed to the House. Rodriguez is an Arizona resident, but according to court documents owns a home and vehicle in New Mexico. SB 139 , sponsored by Sen.

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Veriheal

JUNE 15, 2020

The cannabis industry is clearly no exception. The global COVID pandemic turned tables and shut doors, but it did allow cannabis to be seen in a different light – both publicly and legislatively. The Cannabis Industry Declared Essential. Many industries have been hit hard from closures and emergency changes in operations.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

On October 8, the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) issued a frequently asked questions document (FAQ) offering guidance for the workplace related to the state’s Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA). where required by federal or state law, such as for for-hire drivers of motor carriers).

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 10, 2020

More and more states across the South are adopting medical marijuana regimes. One such pain for marijuana businesses is the tension between following state laws on a product that is still illegal at the federal level. In calculating COGS, it is critical to document the beginning and ending inventory amounts. Patients Mut.

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