Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 13, 2020

Since the enactment of the 2018 Farm Bill , a wide range of hemp-derived CBD (“Hemp CBD”) products have sparked the interest of American consumers, including CBD vaping devices. Despite the growing popularity of CBD smokable products , the FDA has yet to issue regulations for these products. Emphasis added).

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Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2019

About a year ago, we were the first law firm to report on the legality of manufactured cannabidiol (“CBD”)-infused alcoholic beverages. In addition, the state agency announced it would begin cracking down on the sale of CBD-infused alcoholic beverages manufactured in the state starting February 2020.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2020

It is well known by now that CBD-infused cosmetics represent the lowest level of risk for businesses. Nevertheless, some federal laws and regulations apply to cosmetics marketed in interstate commerce. Indeed, CVS, Walgreens and Sephora are only a few of the major national retailers that now offer these products for sale.

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Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2019

About a year ago, we were the first law firm to report on the legality of manufactured cannabidiol (“CBD”)-infused alcoholic beverages. In addition, the state agency announced it would begin cracking down on the sale of CBD-infused alcoholic beverages manufactured in the state starting February 2020.

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MMJ Recs

MAY 9, 2024

Guide for Veterans Using Medical Cannabis In recent decades, there has been a significant evolution in the legal status of medical marijuana across numerous states, reflecting changing attitudes toward cannabis as a legitimate form of medication.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 29, 2020

A smaller but growing number of states also regulate the sale of products derived from hemp. In light of these legislative changes, we are presenting a 50-state series analyzing how each jurisdiction treats hemp-derived cannabidiol (Hemp CBD). it does not bear any sort of declaration of CBD. THC; are not adulterated ( e.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 24, 2022

Welcome to our weekly roundup of CBD and hemp-related legal and regulatory news: CBD. based CBD retailer, manufacturer denied Rule 11 sanctions against wellness company. Law 360 (sub. Glenn Youngkin’s (R) desk could criminalize the use and distribution of CBD products and potentially hurt hemp farmers, if passed.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 24, 2019

Hemp CBD cookies, anyone? Our California hemp lawyers have been getting pummeled with questions about the legality of industrial hemp derived cannabidiol (“Hemp CBD”) ever since the 2018 Farm Bill was signed in January (and especially since our recent hemp and Hemp CBD webinar ). CBD in Foods, Beverages, and Cosmetics.

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MMJ Recs

JANUARY 22, 2024

In recent years, the landscape of medicinal cannabis has undergone a significant transformation, with an increasing focus on alternative consumption methods. THC/CBD ratios in medical marijuana edibles The THC/CBD ratio in medical marijuana edibles plays a pivotal role in tailoring the therapeutic effects to meet individual patient needs.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 28, 2021

Since issuance of adult-use licenses and regulations is likely more than six months away, this is a good time to review New York’s soon-to-be-finalized hemp and CBD regulations and their interplay with federal guidance. Where Things Stand Federally. Department of Agriculture. Where Does New York Stand?

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 19, 2020

A smaller but growing number of states also regulate the sale of products derived from hemp. In light of these legislative changes, we are presenting a 50-state series analyzing how each jurisdiction treats hemp-derived cannabidiol (Hemp CBD). Today we turn to Texas. Health & Safety Code § 443.001 et seq., California.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 16, 2020

We recently received a request from a client to advise them on Shopify’s guidance on selling CBD products on its platform. Specifically, the first paragraph of the guidance states that “[y]ou should consult with an attorney to determine how and where you’re able to sell your product.”

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United Patients Group

JUNE 20, 2023

You can also read up on different modes of cannabis consumption , such as smoking, vaping, edibles, and tinctures. If possible, familiarize yourself with the laws surrounding cannabis use within your state. Be upfront about how often you use cannabis, the strains you use, and the methods of consumption.

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The Herb Collective

JANUARY 3, 2019

The first state to legalize marijuana for medical use was California. In 1996, voters passed the Compassionate Use Act, and over the past two decades, it has seen a lot of changes and structure within its cannabis laws. The state has also placed limits on how much THC/CBD can be in some cannabis products.

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The Blunt Truth

AUGUST 13, 2019

CBD is “thriving” in the current regulatory environment, but is it doing so illegally? Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Scott Gottlieb opined last week , “the CBD craze is getting out of hand. Current federal law expressly allows for the distribution of hemp-derived CBD products that contain 0.3%

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NORML

JANUARY 4, 2019

Steve Cohen (D-TN) and Don Young (R-AK) re-introduced the Compassionate Access, Research Expansion and Respect States (CARERS) Act, which protects those engaged in state-lawful medical marijuana programs from federal prosecution. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of medical CBD access. MA resident?

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 19, 2022

Food & Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued Warning Letters to five companies selling products containing delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol (delta-8 THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). Like CBD, delta-8 THC is also derived from the Cannabis sativa plant. FDA Warning Letters. In particular, FDA highlighted the following –.

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The Joint Blog

OCTOBER 21, 2020

This includes cannabidiol or CBD, one of the most active cannabinoids found in the plant. Despite its popularity, is it legal to buy CBD oil online? Is CBD Legal in the United States? Generally speaking, CBD oil is legal in the United States with a certain catch. Hemp Plant State Laws.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 23, 2019

Businesses preparing to market a new product nationally must follow the rules of trademark law as well as marketing and advertising claims under state and US laws when creating a trademark, advertising copy and copyright-registered packaging for the product. Thurston v Koi CBD, LLC. Laws on Legalised Cannabis.

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Marijuana Lawyer Blog

MARCH 25, 2019

Laws on the CBD food craze are all over the map, and misinformation is rampant. CBD, known formally as cannabidiol, is used in everything from blended drinks to savory sauces, and unlike its cousin THC, it doesn’t make consumers high. California and Federal Laws on CBD in Food and Drink Products.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 6, 2019

AUTHOR: Patrick Goggin and Ashley Simpson , Hoban Law Group. PUBLISHER: CANNABIS LAW REPORT. In July 2018, CDPH issued an FAQ asserting the agency’s position, consistent with the FDA, that hemp-derived CBD is not an approved food ingredient, food additive, or dietary supplement. The FAQ did not address CBD in cosmetics.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 26, 2021

Research-oriented CBD Trait also plans to use the new funding to advance research and development across various technologies created to improve cannabinoid production methodologies. Marijuana remains illegal under federal law. Investors in cannabis may be subject to law enforcement actions. About Trait Biosciences.

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NORML

MAY 3, 2019

Governor Jay Inslee (D) of Washington signed legislation into law allowing medical cannabis to be accessed by patients on school grounds, and separate legislation allowing the production of industrial hemp in accordance with new federal hemp regulations. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of social consumption sites.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 23, 2019

It has been two years since California began licensing yet operators still struggle with compliance and are all still de facto, breaking one law or another. Here’s a look back at 2019 and a projection of what’s to come in 2020 Cannabis Law. . 2019 Defining Moments in California Cannabis Law . January 2019.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 30, 2024

In the United States, medical marijuana cultivation is governed by a patchwork of state laws and regulations. Each state has its own set of rules regarding cultivation permits, plant limits, security measures, and licensing requirements. Marijuana processing techniques vary depending on the desired end products.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 11, 2021

Because Delta-8 THC is not expressed in sufficient concentrations in most hemp strains to make its extraction financially viable, most Delta-8 THC on the market is derived from the chemical conversion of hemp-derived cannabidiol (“CBD”). State Legal Frameworks. This chemical conversion is at the root of the legal confusion.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 20, 2022

Ikigai Law. 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. Red flags: Recreational use of the plant is prohibited by law. Ikigai Law. 19 July 2022. by Aparna Sridharan.

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Otherside Farms

JANUARY 3, 2023

The two active ingredients in the cannabis plant that has medicinal properties are cannabidiol (CBD) and delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). CBD delivers many health benefits without making you high. The next step is where your state laws come in. Remember, this doesn’t apply to the use of medical marijuana alone.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 31, 2019

If passed, the legislation would help resolve issues in the state involving hemp-derived products, including products containing cannabidiol (CBD), and pave the way for the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) to regulate the processing and sale of these products. . The FAQ did not address CBD in cosmetics.

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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. .

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NORML

MAY 17, 2019

Governor Jay Inslee (D) of Washington signed legislation into law to allow individuals with prior low-level cannabis convictions to apply to the sentencing court to have their record vacated. Governor Kevin Stitt (R) of Oklahoma signed legislation into law to permit the retail sale of hemp and hemp-derived CBD products.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 1, 2021

Hemp stores and online retailers around the country are now offering a wide range of Delta-8 tinctures, vapes, and gummies that promise a legal, calming high that feels like a blend of CBD and traditional weed. Everyone knows that THC is prohibited by the federal government and most US states. They only test for Delta-9 in the field.

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 10, 2019

Let’s break down exactly what this law does and doesn’t do. First, the law doesn’t “legalize” psilocybin to the same extent that cannabis has been “legalized” in many states. Second, the law obviously changes nothing about the Controlled Substances Act or state law.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 3, 2021

Last week, the Supreme Court closed the loophole in federal law created by municipal officials in Barcelona, which allows the cannabis clubs a legal space in which to operate. The French are moving on CBD reform thanks to lawsuits. In Spain, the tide is finally turning on the CBD front too. . Europe is Following the UN.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 27, 2021

Delta-8 THC, aka delta-8, the intoxicating cannabinoid synthesized from hemp, is making waves across the United States, and especially in states where marijuana remains illegal. That’s because delta-8 is derived from federally legal hemp, which by law contains less than 0.3% States already closing loopholes. delta-9 THC.

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 6, 2019

Last month, South Carolina’s Attorney General Alan Wilson’s office issued a letter to the Chief of the state’s Law Enforcement Division. South Carolina, like many other states, regulates the cultivation, handling, and processing of hemp. It distinguishes between raw hemp and “hemp products.”

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 26, 2021

Cannabis and the Law. But how can a product that purportedly gets users high escape federal and state regulation? Is Delta-8 legal under federal law? Even if CBD-derived Delta-8 is not viewed as “synthetically derived,” Delta-8 could violate federal law as a “controlled substance analogue.” Foley Hoag LLP.

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