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Thoughts on Thailand (Sort of) Legalizing Cannabis

Canna Law Blog

Last month we weighed in on Thailand becoming the first country in Southeast Asia to decriminalize cannabis. We’ve seen some bad reporting on this since then, along the lines of “weed is legal in Thailand!” Speed Weed: Thailand’s liberal legalization policy is an instant success. Stay tuned.

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Article – Cannabis Wire: Cannabis in the Caribbean, Part I: Change is Coming

Cannabis Law Report

In recent years, jurisdictions throughout the area have softened their stance on the plant, largely through policies that have decriminalized simple possession and established robust programs for medical cannabis use and sales. The trend began in Jamaica, which set off a chain reaction in 2015. And that’s just a part of the story.

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New York Medical Marijuana Guide

Cannabis Law Report

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. Marijuana remained illegal, however, until 1977, when the possession of 25 grams or less of cannabis was decriminalized. for decades. billion in revenue.

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 2/22

NORML

At the state level, the North Dakota House of Representatives defeated a decriminalization bill on the House floor by a narrow 43-47 vote. On the same day, LegalizeND announced that they will try again with a 2020 legalization ballot initiative. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of legalization. MD resident?

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AAFP ( American Academy of Family Physicians) Releases Marijuana, Cannabinoids Position Paper

Cannabis Law Report

During the 20 th century, law enforcement and public policy activities have undermined opportunities for scientific exploration. Relevant AAFP Policy. However, the AAFP supports decriminalization of possession of marijuana for personal use. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports approximately 2.5% Call to Action.

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California Cannabis Company Sues Tennessee Titans’ Julio Jones and His Former Atlanta Falcons Teammate, Roddy White, Over Illegal Cannabis Sales

SpeedWeed

A lot has happened in the world of cannabis legalization since Colorado voters passed Amendment 64 in 2012. Over the last decade, many states across the country have moved to legalize recreational and/or medical use. Others have begun decriminalizing cannabis. Sometimes our suggestions are incorporated, other times they are not.

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How to Think About Brand Development as the Cannabis Industry Evolves

SpeedWeed

A lot has happened in the world of cannabis legalization since Colorado voters passed Amendment 64 in 2012. Over the last decade, many states across the country have moved to legalize recreational and/or medical use. Others have begun decriminalizing cannabis. Sometimes our suggestions are incorporated, other times they are not.