Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 11, 2023

Cannabis advertising has always been a precarious art. From first amendment commercial speech issues to zealous state marketing and promotion regulations to false claim lawsuits , cannabis advertising can go down some dark rabbit holes. But not all cannabis advertising is created equal on Google. Think again. 3% THC (i.e.,

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The Blunt Truth

JULY 5, 2023

Since 2014, Minnesota has provided applicants and employees with protections if they lawfully use cannabis for medicinal purposes. The new law amends the state’s Consumable Products Act to protect off-duty cannabis use. The new law amends the state’s Consumable Products Act to protect off-duty cannabis use.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

Recreational marijuana use is legal under Nevada state law. But could recreational marijuana use jeopardize an employee’s employment? Nevada voters voted to legalize recreational marijuana use effective January 1, 2017. The law decriminalized recreational marijuana when used in compliance with Nevada law.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

With recreational cannabis now in New Mexico, cities across the state are adjusting their local laws, including in Albuquerque. The city is working on amending or repealing current ordinances that criminalize marijuana now that recreational cannabis is legal. It’s not necessary for us to do that.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 24, 2021

Connecticut has become the 19 th state to legalize recreational marijuana use by adults. Governor Ned Lamont signed the Act Concerning Responsible and Equitable Regulation of Adult-use Cannabis on June 22, 2021. Connecticut will permit individuals 21 years of age and older to possess and use recreational cannabis.

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The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program

DECEMBER 17, 2021

A New Mexico state judge ruled on Thursday that medical cannabis patients cannot purchase the same amount as non-patients when recreational-use sales begin. Prior to the Cannabis Regulation Act, the only way to legally possess cannabis in New Mexico was to be a medical cannabis patient.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 3, 2020

PUBLISHER: CANNABIS LAW REPORT. In Indianapolis on January 29, a quiet, eager audience of nurses give their rapt attention to Jason Straw as he takes center stage at the 2020 ISNA Policy Conference. ISNA 2020 POLICY CONFERENCE AGENDA, Jason Straw- Cannabis Policy. AUTHOR: Heather Allman. PURPOSE : .

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Following the legalization of recreational cannabis in New York by the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA) earlier this year, which we previously reported on, the New York State Department of Labor has issued guidance in the form of FAQs for employers regarding adults’ use of recreational cannabis as it relates to the workplace.

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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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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 26, 2023

This guide aims to provide an in-depth exploration of medical marijuana laws in the USA, offering insights into the regulations, the legal status of medical marijuana, the differences between federal and state laws, patient rights, dispensary regulations, and much more.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 15, 2022

The state has introduced a new program to compensate Maine cities and towns for costs they incur when opting to permit recreational, adult-use cannabis businesses. A state law passed earlier this year grants reimbursement for many municipal expenses associated with the opt-in process.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 19, 2021

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The New York State Department of Labor has released new guidance regarding legalized recreational marijuana use and the workplace. ny-labor-law-201d--cannabis-and-the-workplace. Reports ( WROC ). Here’s what they say. THE GUIDANCE IN FULL.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Consumer products law blog. Class actions against CBD companies proliferate under federal and state law. These jurisdictions are among the few that have legalized Marijuana -sourced CBD for both medical and recreational uses, with the exception that Marijuana-sourced CBD remains illegal in Florida for recreational uses.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 18, 2019

Earlier this month, Governor Pritzker signed into law SB 1557 , revising the Recreational Cannabis Law to expand permissible marijuana testing and related adverse action. The Original Legalization Bill As Enacted. Return-to-duty drug testing raised similar issues, typically detecting off duty drug use during a leave.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

As the tentacles of the federal policy of cannabis prohibition run deep into nearly every sector of American public policy, a new voice emerged to call for clarity regarding state-legal cannabis marketplaces: Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 3, 2022

As our firm’s prior information memos on cannabis have shown 1 , the legalization of marijuana for recreational or medical use in states still poses legal issues in higher education due to marijuana’s illegality under federal law. Health care facilities are accredited through the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

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The Blunt Truth

JANUARY 5, 2022

Every year, employers find themselves revisiting their marijuana and drug testing policies to account for newly enacted laws at the state and local level. On June 22, 2021, Connecticut legalized recreational marijuana use by adults 21 years and older. There are numerous positions and industries exempt from the law.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 3, 2021

In the continuing trend of normalizing the cannabis industry for practical reasons, the New York State Bar Association’s (NYSBA) Committee on Professional Ethics issued Opinion 1225 (the Opinion). In short, the NYSBA now expressly permits lawyers to represent clients in New York’s recreational cannabis industry.

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PrestoDoctor

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Cannabis use is restricted in most first responder occupations due to the rigorous drug testing protocols and the nature of the job. This poses a hindrance for individuals aspiring to work as police officers, firefighters, or emergency medical technicians (EMTs) who also wish to use cannabis.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 1, 2021

The petitioners attempted to argue that it was incorrect for the lower court to hold that federal law supersedes Colorado law when it comes to state-legal cannabis sales. This week, the Supreme Court rejected an appeal of a summons issued to a marijuana dispensary in Colorado for purposes of an IRS federal tax audit.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

The Illinois General Assembly passed SB 1557 , revising the language of the Recreational Cannabis Law to reduce but not completely eliminate employer liabilities. The Act permits employers to prohibit employees from being under the influence of or using cannabis in the employer’s workplace or while on call.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 24, 2021

Individuals who use medical marijuana in accordance with their state’s licensed programs are nevertheless prohibited from purchasing or possessing a firearm under federal law. THC, whereas if a cannabis plant contains up to 0.3% THC it is considered a hemp cannabis plant, not marijuana, and is legal to possess and use.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

Going along with this rapid trend toward legalization, states have enacted various workplace protections for marijuana users, including prohibitions on adverse employment actions for off-duty marijuana use. State Law Considerations. Interplay Between Federal and State Law. Off-Duty Marijuana Use.

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The Blunt Truth

MARCH 8, 2022

The latest Gallup poll shows that 68% of Americans support cannabis legalization. Further, the rate of positive cannabis test results has jumped in the last decade. And according to recent news reports, some large employers have stopped testing job applicants for cannabis. However, the decision may not be so easy.

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The Blunt Truth

JUNE 13, 2019

Pritzker is expected to sign a comprehensive recreational cannabis bill. Across the country, states are moving to legalize medical and recreational cannabis. Wider cannabis use will require employers to take action to ensure safe work environments for their employees, especially in safety sensitive settings.

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The Blunt Truth

JANUARY 28, 2020

recreational or medical cannabis). One stated purpose for the bill is to address the Colorado Supreme Court’s 2015 decision concluding that because medical cannabis use is unlawful under federal law, it does not fall within the lawful activities statute’s protection for “lawful” activities.

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Marijuana Lawyer Blog

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Inmates in prison are not allowed to possess recreational marijuana while incarcerated, according to a new ruling by the California Supreme Court. Raybon , involves five inmates in a California state prison who were convicted on felony charges after being found with marijuana in their cells. The case, California v.

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The Blunt Truth

MAY 21, 2019

Across the country, states are moving to legalize medical and recreational marijuana. In states that legalize recreational marijuana, employers and drug testing services have seen significant increases in positivity rates for marijuana metabolites. Drug policies must be updated and must address discrimination concerns.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 1, 2022

The ACLU of Maine says state regulators should eliminate a requirement that multiple video cameras be placed inside and outside adult-use cannabis businesses, arguing that doing so violates Maine’s ban on facial recognition surveillance. The Maine Press Herald reports. Read more at.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 1, 2021

The Department of Justice has repeatedly issued memos changing its policies regarding federal enforcement against state-legal cannabis. In just the last year, five more states—comprising 43 million people (NY, NM, VA, NJ, CT)—have passed adult-use recreational marijuana laws.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 29, 2021

Through the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act recently signed by Governor Andrew Cuomo, New York legalized recreational cannabis use by adults over the age of 21. Learn more about our Cannabis Practice by clicking here. DHC Cannabis Group. Active monitoring of policy changed at all level of government.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 18, 2022

State law — and the will of Nevada voters — is clear that cannabis is legal to possess and use for medicinal and recreational purposes. Yet state agencies, including the Nevada State Board of Pharmacy, continue to list it as a Schedule I substance alongside meth, heroin, and cocaine. Marijuana Retail Report.

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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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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 23, 2022

The legalization of medical marijuana use in 33 states and recreational marijuana use in 11 states has led to hazy implications for the hospitality industry. Vast variances in state laws exist and, to make matters worse, cannabis remains listed as a Schedule I illicit substance under the Controlled Substances Act.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Thompson Coburn LLP has released its latest state-by-state ranking of state cannabis regulations. The guide provides a holistic review of the current cannabis laws in every state including the District of Columbia, from favorable to cannabis businesses to most restrictive. Barry Weisz.

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SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

A legislative panel assembled to study the legalization of recreational marijuana in Maryland began work last Wednesday, laying out plans to draft a referendum ballot measure for next year’s general election. Clippinger, the chair of the House Cannabis Workgroup, said at Wednesday’s virtual meeting of the panel.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 10, 2022

In c larifying guidance signed December 21, 2021 , Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines offered insight on several hot topics involving security clearances and the growing prevalence of recreational marijuana in many states. The guidance addressed: Recreational drug use in security clearance determinations.

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