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NORML
MARCH 10, 2021
The Senate voted 20 to 5 to advance Senate Bill 767, which would legalize and regulate the commercial marijuana market in the state. The post Hawaii: Senate Lawmakers Approve Measures to Legalize Marijuana Sales, Expand Decriminalization Law appeared first on NORML.
NORML
MAY 21, 2020
Richmond, VA: Democratic Governor Ralph Northam has signed legislation ( Senate Bill 2 | House Bill 972 ) decriminalizing marijuana possession. Twenty six states additional states and the District of Columbia have either legalized or decriminalized the adult possession and use of marijuana.
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NORML
APRIL 12, 2020
Richmond, VA: Democratic Governor Ralph Northam has approved legislation ( Senate Bill 2 | House Bill 972 ) decriminalizing marijuana possession offenses. Northam also recommended technical amendments which must be approved by the legislature before the new law takes effect July 1, 2020.
Cannabis Life Network
JUNE 5, 2022
to decriminalize drugs. Decriminalizes Drugs… But Why? A federal exemption has allowed British Columbia (B.C.) Adults in British Columbia will be able to possess small amounts of substances. Things like opioids, cocaine, methamphetamine, and MDMA.
NORML
FEBRUARY 12, 2020
House and Senate lawmakers have passed legislation decriminalizing minor marijuana possession offenses. Both the Governor and the Attorney General are on record in favor of decriminalization. ” 2020 Decriminalization decriminalization Virginia
Cannabis Life Network
JUNE 8, 2022
In an effort to reduce the stigma surrounding substance use, BC is decriminalizing personal possession. The post Federal Exemption Granted – BC Drug Decriminalization appeared first on Cannabis News, Lifestyle - Headlines, Videos & Cooking.
NORML
MARCH 5, 2020
Broad changes to marijuana laws swept through the 2020 Virginia General Assembly. Today, the legislature approved HB 972 to decriminalize marijuana possession. Become a member Virginia NORML and join the fight to reform marijuana laws in the Commonwealth.
NORML
MARCH 11, 2020
Under existing law , only possession offenses involving ten grams of marijuana or less are decriminalized. ” Maryland lawmakers initially decriminalized minor marijuana possession offenses in 2014. 2020 ACTIVISM Decriminalization NORML Chapters decriminalization Maryland
NORML
JUNE 26, 2019
David Ige publicly stated this week that he does not intend to veto pending legislation to decriminalize low-level marijuana possession offenses. The Governor has until July 9th to take action on the measure, or it will become law absent his signature. The new law will go into effect on January 11, 2020. Twenty five states and the District of Columbia have either legalized or decriminalized the adult possession and use of marijuana. Democratic Gov.
NORML
JUNE 24, 2019
Michelle Lujan Grisham signed legislation into law decriminalizing the possession of personal use amounts of cannabis. The new law reduces first-time penalties for the possession of up to one-half ounce of cannabis from a criminal misdemeanor — punishable by up to 15 days in jail — to a ‘penalty assessment,’ punishable by a $50 fine. Pritzker is expected to sign legalization legislation into law this week.
NORML
APRIL 4, 2019
Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed legislation into law decriminalizing the possession of personal use amounts of cannabis. Twenty-three states and the District of Columbia have either legalized or decriminalized the adult possession and use of marijuana. Decriminalization decriminalization New MexicoDemocratic Gov.
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NORML
JUNE 18, 2020
As currently written, the measure decriminalizes the possession and distribution of up to two ounces of marijuana by adults — making these activities punishable by a $50 fine. Those found to be in violation of the law will no longer be arrested or saddled with a criminal record.
Cannabis Life Network
JUNE 19, 2022
Is Conservative Party leadership hopeful Pierre Poilievre wrong about drug decriminalization? On May 31, 2022, he tweeted, “Decriminalizing deadly drug use is the opposite of compassionate. The post Is Pierre Poilievre Wrong about Drug Decriminalization?
Cannabis Life Network
NOVEMBER 21, 2020
Vancouver has made a big step forward in the possible decriminalization of drugs. Last week, Vancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart announced the cities intention to seek leave from the federal government to approve a plan to decriminalize simple possession of illicit drugs within city limits.
Cannabis Life Network
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Vancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart made an announcement today, proposing the decriminalization of all drugs. The post Vancouver Mayor proposes motion to decriminalize all drugs appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.
NORML
JANUARY 2, 2020
Legislation takes effect on Saturday, January 11, decriminalizing minor marijuana possession offenses. The law was enacted absent the Governor’s signature. Lawmakers are hoping to expand the scope of the law in the coming legislative session.
NORML
JULY 11, 2019
David Ige failed to take action on legislation decriminalizing low-level marijuana possession offenses, thereby allowing the measure to become law without his signature. The new law takes effect on January 11, 2020. Twenty-six states and Washington, DC have either legalized or decriminalized the adult possession and use of marijuana. ACTIVISM decriminalization expungement Hawaii IgeDemocratic Gov.
Cannabis Life Network
JUNE 30, 2021
Imagine relaxing on the beaches of Mexico and being able to legally smoke a joint. The laws against recreational cannabis in Mexico got struck down on Monday. If that sounds awesome to you, get ready for some good news.
Cannabis Life Network
NOVEMBER 27, 2020
In an unprecedented move in Canadian history, on Wednesday the Vancouver city council voted to decriminalize the possession of small quantities of all illicit drugs.
NORML
APRIL 30, 2019
House and Senate lawmakers have finalized and passed legislation, House Bill 1383 , decriminalizing low-level marijuana possession offenses and vacating past convictions. If signed, the new law takes effect on January 11, 2020. To date, 23 states and the District of Columbia have either legalized or decriminalized (eliminated the possibility of jail time) the adult possession and personal use of marijuana.
NORML
JULY 1, 2019
The new law reduces first-time penalties for the possession of up to one-half ounce of cannabis from a criminal misdemeanor — formerly punishable by up to 15 days in jail — to a ‘penalty assessment,’ punishable by a $50 fine. Lawmakers passed legislation in April to change the law. Late last week, the Governor announced the formation of a new task-force to make policy recommendations with regard to 2020 legislation to legalize the adult use of cannabis.
Cannabis Life Network
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
18th, the Mayor is hoping to make Vancouver the first Canadian city to decriminalize drug possession. The post WATCH LIVE – Vancouver City Council votes on drug decriminalization today appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks. At 9:30 a.m.
Cannabis Life Network
JUNE 10, 2022
According to the deputy prime minister, Thailand’s easing cannabis laws will bolster the country’s agriculture and tourism sectors. Although not full legalization, Thailand’s easing cannabis laws is different from other nation-states.
Cannabis Life Network
NOVEMBER 17, 2020
On Thursday, the New Jersey state legislature amended a bill that will decriminalize possessing up to six ounces of marijuana, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Canna Law Blog
JUNE 10, 2022
As of yesterday, June 9, 2022, the home cultivation of low tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) cannabis in Thailand is legal. The legalization of home cultivation should facilitate access to medical cannabis, which has been legal in Thailand since 2018.
Cannabis Law Report
JULY 13, 2021
As the psychedelic renaissance contributes to a swelling pool of safety and efficacy data pertaining to the potential therapeutic benefits of psychedelic medicine, many localities—particularly in North America—are revising their legal frameworks. This is what they are saying.
Cannabis Life Network
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Oregon Measure 110, the Drug Decriminalization and Addiction Treatment Initiative was approved on November 3rd, 2020, with 58.82% support. The post Oregon Measure 110, Drug Decriminalization And Addiction Treatment appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 2, 2021
The post Texas to LEGALIZE or DECRIMINALIZE Cannabis in 2021? first appeared on Cannabis Law Report. Cannabis Law TV… Read More.
Cannabis Law Report
MARCH 19, 2022
Worcester Human Rights Commission held a meeting earlier this month petitioning for the decriminalization of entheogenic plants and fungi- natural psychedelics.
NORML
MARCH 18, 2019
State lawmakers have approved a series of bills reducing penalties for marijuana possession offenses and strengthening and expanding legal protections for medical cannabis patients. DECRIMINALIZATION. Once signed into law, the reduced penalties take effect on July 1, 2019. LEGALIZATION. ACTIVISM LEGISLATION Legislative Update Medical Marijuana access decriminalization employment hemp medical marijuana New Mexico
Cannabis Life Network
OCTOBER 27, 2021
Has Luxembourg become the first to legalize cannabis in Europe? Reports are circulating that the country of 600,000 recently became the first country in Europe to legalize the production and consumption of cannabis.
NORML
OCTOBER 9, 2019
There has been some confusion and misinformation circulating about what New York’s latest expansion of marijuana decriminalization means and what impact it will have on criminal prosecutions going forward. There are 2 provisions of New York’s Penal Law that relate marijuana-related offenses. Legal Provisions. New York Penal Law defines all of the violations and crimes that are punishable in New York State.
MassRoots
FEBRUARY 19, 2019
Evers aims to legalize medical cannabis, decriminalize recreational possession and use, and expunge qualifying arrest records. Our budget will decriminalize possession of marijuana in amounts of 25 grams or less, and we’ll also be creating a path for expungement for these crimes for those who’ve completed their sentence or probation,” wrote Evers on Twitter. Decriminalization, Not Legalization.
Veriheal
JANUARY 26, 2022
Black Americans are being arrested for cannabis possession laws at a rate of nearly four times that of white Americans despite the fact that the groups consume cannabis at similar rates. Decriminalization: The Key to Equality.
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 13, 2021
Louis on Monday signed a bill to decriminalize marijuana possession and cultivation for adults, a local reform that comes as efforts to legalize cannabis statewide in Missouri are also gaining momentum. Louis Mayor Signs Bill To Decriminalize Marijuana Possession And Cultivation.
Veriheal
OCTOBER 13, 2021
6, the senators sent a letter urging the Department of Justice (DOJ) to decriminalize cannabis at the federal level. While Congress works to pass comprehensive cannabis reform, you can act now to decriminalize cannabis.” United States Sens.
Veriheal
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
A ballot campaign launched by several pro-cannabis organizations and political parties in the country last week earned the required 500,000 signatures to continue down the road to cannabis decriminalization. Cannabis reform is booming in Italy.
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