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Illinois Police Can Search Vehicles Based On Raw Cannabis Smell

Veriheal

At this time, the court noted that the state continues to prohibit cannabis consumption inside a vehicle but acknowledges that the smell of burnt cannabis could linger on a person after they have smoked. It is legal (under state law) to have and to use cannabis, but not to drive while impaired under the effect of cannabis use.

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The Very Large and Vexing Lawsuit Re: Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome

Canna Law Blog

The lawsuit alleges that “[t]he Defendants knew or ought to have known of all the serious harmful effects arising from the consumption of their Cannabis Products.” regulations around cannabis provision and sale—including those around packaging, labeling and warnings—are left to the states. Why did Aurora not include CHS warnings?

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America’s Missed Opportunity in the Global Marijuana Market

Canna Law Blog

could take to enter the global marijuana economy: Through DEA/DOJ agency action: cultivation and export-only model Many countries, particularly in Africa, have embraced this strategy legalizing marijuana cultivation, manufacturing, and export for medical and scientific use, without allowing domestic consumption. How the U.S. If the U.S.

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Medical Marijuana Dosage: The Complete 2025 Guide

Miss Marijuana

If you want to learn more, check out Leafly’s guide to cannabis consumption methods. You can check your state’s latest laws at NORML’s State Laws page. Using medical marijuana safely means knowing your body, talking to your doctor, and following the law. And always remember—start low, go slow!

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NORML’s Statement Regarding the Designation of Medical Cannabis Dispensaries as “Essential Services”

NORML

” NORML has previously provided guidelines for safe and best practices regarding cannabis consumption during this time. ’ Finally, NORML would like once again to reaffirm its longstanding position regarding the need for state laws to recognize and to permit patients to engage in personal cultivation.

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Nevada SC Rules “state law protecting “lawful activities” or “lawful off-duty conduct” does not apply to non-medical cannabis consumption”

Cannabis Law Report

In a decision last week, the Nevada Supreme Court ruled that the state law protecting “lawful activities” or “lawful off-duty conduct” does not apply to non-medical cannabis consumption, according to an Ogletree Deakins report. Court Rules Off-Duty Recreational Cannabis Use Not Protected By Nevada State Law.

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The Criminalization of Legal Cannabis Consumption

Veriheal

A Pennsylvania state trooper had noticed the issue with Murphy’s headlight, which he was en route to receiving an estimate to fix. While in MA, he utilized cannabis which was legal under state law, in order to find relief from chronic pain and PTSD. This was the situation in which Patrick found himself.