The Blunt Truth

MARCH 8, 2021

New Jersey recently enacted a law permitting personal, nonmedical use of marijuana for individuals age 21 and over. Separate laws decriminalize marijuana and hashish possession and set out the penalties when individuals under age 21 use or possess marijuana or hashish. The law directly impacts employers in many ways.

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The Cannigma

MARCH 26, 2023

Medical: illegal Recreational: illegal, decriminalized Argentina has a complicated relationship with cannabis. In Argentina, possession of small amounts of marijuana has been decriminalized since 2009, meaning that people caught with small amounts of the drug will not face criminal charges.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 19, 2022

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 Cannigma

APRIL 12, 2023

Medical: legal Recreational: illegal While cannabis remains illegal for recreational use in Chile, the country has taken a progressive approach to cannabis laws and has legalized its use for medical purposes. In 2005, Chile passed a law decriminalizing the possession of small amounts of cannabis for personal use.

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Veriheal

DECEMBER 30, 2022

But there is currently just one country that has legalized recreational cannabis: Malta. In May 2021, a poll found that nearly 40% of Irish citizens supported the legalization of cannabis for recreational use. The newest bill submitted to allow recreational or legal cannabis use will modify the Misuse of Drug Act.

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The Cannigma

APRIL 3, 2023

Medical: illegal Recreational: illegal Cuba is a country located in the Caribbean, known for its vibrant culture, music, and cuisine. While cannabis remains illegal in Cuba, the country has taken steps to decriminalize its use and possession. Cannabis laws in Cuba Cannabis is illegal in Cuba for both medical and recreational use.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 4, 2022

Fiji’s Parliament has approved an amendment to the drug law that aims to decriminalize hemp and pave the way for industrial use of the plant in the country. Industrial hemp contains less than 1% THC and therefore cannot be used as a recreational substance, Sayed-Khaiyum explained. Read more at [link].

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The Cannigma

APRIL 9, 2023

Medical: illegal Recreational: illegal While cannabis remains illegal in Ecuador, the country has taken steps to decriminalize its use and possession. Cannabis is illegal in Ecuador for both medical and recreational use. The post Cannabis laws in Ecuador appeared first on The Cannigma. Is weed legal in Ecuador?

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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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The Cannigma

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Medical: illegal Recreational: decriminalized. While cannabis is not legal for recreational or medical use in Moldova, drug use has been decriminalized. Since drug use is decriminalized, you may be able to find cannabis during your visit to Moldova. Possible penalties. Can you grow your own weed?

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The Cannigma

JULY 5, 2022

Medical: Yes, limited Recreational: illegal Reciprocity: No. There is no adult-use market, thought several cities have decriminalized possession. Several cities have decriminalized cannabis possession, but this is not statewide. The law also has a small market cap of just six production licenses. Possible penalties.

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Veriheal

APRIL 12, 2022

New Mexico’s Recreational Adult-Use Cannabis Market Already Seeing Great Success. Recreational cannabis sales kicked off in New Mexico on April 1st with a blazing success. Cannabis dispensaries across the state of New Mexico welcomed recreational cannabis customers 21 years and older into their stores for the first time.

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

In addition to numerous expansions to the state’s medical marijuana (MMJ) program, the state’s decriminalization of cannabis went into effect in August, beginning the reversal of decades of harm done by the war on drugs. Edwards signed Glover’s decriminalization bill (HB 652) into law on June 14 of this year.

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The Cannigma

MAY 12, 2023

Medical: illegal Recreational: illegal Cannabis laws in Kenya are strict, and the possession, use, and sale of cannabis is illegal. Recreational cannabis use is strictly prohibited in Kenya. Recreational cannabis use is strictly prohibited in Kenya. The post Cannabis laws in Kenya appeared first on The Cannigma.

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The Cannigma

MAY 30, 2023

Medical: illegal Recreational: illegal Venezuela maintains a strict prohibition on cannabis. The possession, cultivation, sale, and trafficking of cannabis are illegal under Venezuelan law. As of now, there are no indications of potential changes in Venezuela’s cannabis laws. Are Venezuelan cannabis laws enforced?

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The Cannigma

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Medical: legal Recreational: decriminalized. The country has progressive views on cannabis and first decriminalized small possession amounts back in the 1990s. Full recreational legalization is on the horizon in 2023. The post Cannabis laws in the Czech Republic appeared first on The Cannigma. Possible penalties.

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The Cannigma

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Medical: No Recreational: No Reciprocity: N/A. Multiple bills have been introduced between 2020 – 2022 that would have legalized a medical program, a recreational program, or decriminalized cannabis possession, yet all have failed. 37% believe it should be legal for recreational use while 44% only support a medical program.

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The Cannigma

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Medical: legal, limited Recreational: illegal. There is no recreational cannabis in Lithuania, but small possession and personal use are administrative offenses punishable by a fine or community service. The post Cannabis laws in Lithuania appeared first on The Cannigma. In 2013 , the country legalized growing industrial hemp.

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The Cannigma

MAY 20, 2021

Medical: Legal Recreational: Decriminalized (expected to be legal imminently) . Mexican lawmakers in March, 2021 approved a law to legalize recreational cannabis, and some analysts believe the country could become the world’s largest cannabis market. Alfredo Hernandez Rios/Shutterstock).

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 31, 2022

Lithuania may not be the first place that you think of when it comes to cannabis policy reform, however, efforts to reform the nation’s cannabis laws are underway in the European country, which is located in the Baltic region of the continent. MPs Introduce Cannabis Decriminalization Measure In Lithuania. The measure failed to pass.

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The Cannigma

MAY 1, 2023

Medical: illegal Recreational: illegal Ghana is a country in West Africa known for its rich cultural heritage, scenic landscapes, and diverse wildlife. Let’s take a closer look at the current state of cannabis laws in Ghana. This law makes it illegal to cultivate, produce, traffic, or use any narcotic drug, including cannabis.

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The Cannigma

JUNE 2, 2023

Medical: illegal Recreational: illegal Singapore is one of the most stringent countries in the world when it comes to cannabis regulation. Singapore has shown no indication of considering the legalization or decriminalization of cannabis. Law enforcement agencies in Singapore actively combat drug offenses.

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The Cannigma

MARCH 21, 2023

Medical: illegal Recreational: illegal Afghanistan is widely known for its production of opium poppies , which is used to make illicit drugs like heroin. The Afghan government has strict laws against the cultivation, possession, sale, and use of cannabis. Is cannabis legal in Afghanistan?

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The Cannigma

DECEMBER 24, 2022

Medical: legal Recreational: decriminalized. Although adult-use cannabis is not legal, Croatia has a relatively progressive approach to cannabis laws. While recreational cannabis remains illegal, attitudes are changing. The post Cannabis laws in in Croatia appeared first on The Cannigma.

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WeedAdvisor

JUNE 21, 2019

While lawmakers, lobbyists and everyday proponents hoped to see recreational dispensaries open their doors, the legalization bill was ultimately stalled after it hit too many political roadblocks. According to ABC News , lawmakers finally voted to decriminalize marijuana after a marathon session that ended on June 21 st , just before 6:00 AM.

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Veriheal

JANUARY 28, 2021

The November 2020 election was a great win for advocates for cannabis legal reform , with four states voting to legalize recreational cannabis, joining the 11 other states that have decriminalized recreational cannabis use. ” What Federal Law Says. ” What Federal Law Says. 12114(a); 29 U.S.C. §

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 22, 2023

Colombia’s Senate on Tuesday rejected legislation to decriminalize the sale of marijuana for recreational purposes to adults. Bogotá, June 20 (EFE).-

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The Cannigma

JUNE 4, 2023

Peru has undergone significant changes in its cannabis laws in recent years, reflecting a more progressive approach compared to many other countries. Recreational cannabis is decriminalized in Peru. The post Cannabis laws in Peru appeared first on The Cannigma. Is weed legal in Peru?

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The Cannigma

MAY 18, 2023

Medical: limited Recreational: illegal Cannabis has been deeply intertwined with Nepal’s history and culture for centuries. Penalties for cannabis offenses in Nepal Nepal maintains stringent laws when it comes to cannabis. While the law is strict, enforcement can vary in different regions of the country.

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The Cannigma

DECEMBER 4, 2022

Medical: legal, limited Recreational: illegal. Recreational cannabis is illegal in Romania. Another draft law was introduced in 2019 to expand the program; as of 2022, it was still in draft in a chamber of government. As of April 2022, the law is still in draft in the Chamber of Deputies. Possible penalties.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 6, 2022

In a move that is well-timed – namely right before the new Swiss recreational cannabis trial begins, the Swiss Federal Court of Justice has decriminalized minor possession of cannabis. In Zurich, the City Council has already taken an official stance on decriminalization based on the court’s ruling. ICBC report.

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The Cannigma

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Medical: illegal Recreational: illegal (possession of up to 6 grams was decriminalized in 2004). The Russian Federation is far from a marijuana free-for-all, and both medical and recreational cannabis are illegal in the country. What Russian law permits medical patients? The post What are the marijuana laws in Russia?

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The Cannigma

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Medical : legal Recreational : decriminalized, legalization introduced. Luxembourg is in the midst of creating a legal recreational cannabis program. The proposed law would allow residents to cultivate up to four plants and consume at home, but public consumption remains illegal. Possible penalties. Technically, not yet.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 27, 2021

Legalization of personal use of cannabis comes months ahead of a legal industry in the state for production and sales of recreational cannabis and other products containing THC, the plant’s psychoactive component. One nagging question is how the new law will help create equity, as lawmakers who backed it said it was intended to do.

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The Cannigma

JUNE 2, 2021

Medical: Legal Recreational: Largely decriminalized. Despite Germany’s very expansive medical cannabis program, the country still has not legalized recreational cannabis. The post Cannabis laws in Germany: Is weed legal? appeared first on The Cannigma.

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 10, 2023

Last week, Marijuana Moment reported on a new Arkansas law that would protect medical cannabis users’ gun rights. This law is the most recent in a series of attempts by states to get around federal gun control laws that prohibit cannabis users from owning or buying guns. It won’t work.

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The Cannigma

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Medical: legal, no program Recreational: illegal (largely decriminalized). Cannabis remains illegal in the country for recreational purposes, but possession is typically punished by a simple fine. Recreational cannabis is illegal in Estonia but is generally decriminalized. Cannabis in Estonia. Possible penalties.

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