Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 4, 2022

A 2016 state law prohibits marijuana edibles from being shaped like humans, animals, fruit or other objects that could attract children, and according to the Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division , Holyfield’s chomped ear is just too damn attractive. But in Colorado, they’ll need to do some shape-shifting.

Law

NORML

FEBRUARY 29, 2020

The measure prohibits the release of past records for any marijuana offense that is no longer defined as a crime under state law. Legislation is pending, HB 2097 / SB 2024, which would authorize licensed medical cannabis facilities to sell edible products. Send a message to your lawmakers in support of access to edibles.

Legislation

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 6, 2022

The Minnesota Board of Pharmacy announced a filed civil lawsuit in Clay County District Court against retailers selling THC edible cannabinoids. The retailers allegedly violated Minnesota state law of selling edible cannabinoids with exceeding THC limits. Under the law, an […].

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NORML

JANUARY 25, 2020

House Bill 1089 would prohibit employers terminating an employee for the employee’s lawful off-duty activities that are lawful under state law even if those activities are not lawful under federal law, such as consuming marijuana. Send a message to your representatives in support of the MORE Act now.

Legislation

NORML

MARCH 29, 2019

Governor Jim Justice (R) of West Virginia signed legislation into law that allows financial institutions to provide banking services related to the state’s medical marijuana program. Update : There was a Public Hearing for SB 1085 on 3/22 after its passage out of the General Law Committee. CT resident? HI resident?

Legislation

NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

At the state level, the North Dakota House of Representatives defeated a decriminalization bill on the House floor by a narrow 43-47 vote. Arizona Governor Doug Ducey signed legislation into law this week permitting the production of industrial hemp in accordance with the new federal regulations. AZ resident? Connecticut. CT resident?

Legislation

NORML

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Under existing state law, marijuana possession (of two pounds or less) carries a mandatory minimum sentence of four months in jail and/or a $1,000 fine. Allows licensed dispensaries to sell edible cannabis and cannabidiol products. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 420, to expand upon Oregon’s expungement law.

Legislation

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 30, 2022

Under the new law, products containing no more than 0.3% Edible cannabis products containing the ingredient that gets users high will be legal in Minnesota when a new law goes into effect Friday, July 1. Under the new law, products containing no more than 0.3% Bill sponsor Rep. Tim Walz in May.

Edibles

MMJ Recs

JANUARY 22, 2024

Among these, medical marijuana edibles have emerged as a discreet and palatable option for patients seeking the therapeutic benefits of cannabis without the traditional methods of smoking or vaporizing. Different ratios can offer distinct experiences, with higher CBD content often mitigating the psychoactive effects of THC.

Edibles

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 22, 2020

A federal district court has eliminated a cannabis company’s affirmative defense to federal trademark infringement claims based on the company’s prior use of a trademark that was legal under state law but not federal law. Notably, Kiva Brands’ counterclaim based on its common law rights under California law is still pending.

Law

NORML

MARCH 22, 2019

Governor Ron DeSantis (R) of Florida signed legislation into law to restore patients’ right to smoke medical cannabis. Governor Ralph Northam (D) of Virginia signed legislation into law that will allow medical cannabis oil to be administered to patients on school property. CT resident? HI resident? HI resident? MD resident?

Legislation

NORML

APRIL 5, 2019

This Act amends the Controlled Substances Act to reduce the number of instances in which federal law enforcement agencies could carry out legal actions against state-licensed cannabis businesses or other related enterprises. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham (D) of New Mexico signed cannabis decriminalization legislation into law.

Legislation

Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2019

To really understand the legal status of Hemp CBD in California, one should understand the state’s stance on “cannabis” The term “cannabis” is a legally defined term that means the Cannabis sativa L. Notably, the Sherman Law prohibits selling “adulterated” food. plant with more than.3%

Hemp

Cannabis Chronicles

JANUARY 8, 2019

Both he and Rushford acknowledged that state laws prohibit minors from entering retail marijuana stores. Another area where Washington differs from other states permitting cannabis sales is in the testing of flower for pesticides. Washington-grown pot is tested for bacteria and other potentially contaminating substances.

Marijuana

MMJ Recs

APRIL 3, 2024

Ohio has seen significant developments in its medical marijuana laws, reflecting changing attitudes towards cannabis as a therapeutic option. Understanding these regulations is crucial for patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers navigating the state’s medical marijuana program. Featured image by 12019 on Pixabay.

Law

The Blunt Truth

JULY 5, 2023

Starting August 1, 2023, Minnesota will provide protections to individuals who use cannabis for recreational purposes, after Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed a state law allowing adults 21 and older to use recreational cannabis. The new law amends the state’s Consumable Products Act to protect off-duty cannabis use.

Law

Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 14, 2023

Benzinga writes A maker of recreational cannabis edibles based in Louisiana has taken legal action to stop regulatory and law enforcement personnel from confiscating merchandise from hemp sellers all over the state.

Hemp

Canna Care Docs

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Edibles Edibles like cannabis-infused gummies offer a long-lasting alternative to smoking or vaping. Edibles are processed through digestion, so they take additional time to activate. Depending on the product, edibles may take up to 30 minutes to two hours, but the relief can last several hours.

Chronic Pain

SpeedWeed

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Phil Murphy signed into law a package of bills that create the rules and regulations regarding the state’s legal cannabis industry. The new laws follow last November’s statewide vote to legalize cannabis for all adults. For a full guide to cannabis laws in New Jersey, see Leafly’s guide to marijuana in New Jersey.

Law

Veriheal

MARCH 1, 2021

This blog was originally written by Anthony Dutcher but has been updated with new information as states continue to change their regulations nationwide. Looking to find your medical cannabis in a state that hasn’t yet legalized it? It may be tempting to drive across neighboring state lines with more cannabis-friendly laws.

Patients

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Cannabis is illegal under federal law. However, eight states have legalized recreational use of cannabis and 33 states have passed medical marijuana laws. Thus, people living in states that have legalized some form of cannabis may use the products according to state law. What Are Edibles?

Marijuana

Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

JANUARY 3, 2020

Under the new law, adults 21 and older can now visit licensed dispensaries in Illinois and buy up to 30 grams of flower, 5 grams of concentrate, or 500 milligrams of infused products such as edibles. The post A New Year in Illinois – First Day of Recreational Marijuana Sales appeared first on Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law.

Recreational

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 26, 2021

Our new technology, scheduled for market launch in 2022, will deliver premium quality, water-soluble cannabinoids for use in a broad range of novel CBD products encompassing, amongst others, beverages, edibles and health and wellness applications.”. Marijuana remains illegal under federal law. About Trait Biosciences.

Research and Development

Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 9, 2019

We’ve written extensively about hemp-derived CBD and the myriad issues faced by manufacturers CBD edibles. have both been served with consumer class suits in California alleging that the products made by both companies violate FDA regulations and therefore violate California state law. and Infinite Product Co. 321(ff)(3)(B)].

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 30, 2021

Activists organize boycott over early plans to amend state medical marijuana laws. The group reportedly represents more than a dozen companies, but only a handful have been identified, namely because their executives are listed as directors in state records. Its source is unknown. Posted Friday, May 28, 2021 2:15 pm.

Patients

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. Laws on Legalised Cannabis.

Law

The Herb Collective

APRIL 29, 2019

So, what should you know about California’s marijuana laws, and how do they impact on you? The laws have said that it’s here in the long-term. Edibles must be tightly dosed, extracts must be extremely pure and flower has to be clean in order to be legally sold in the state. Here, we take a look at the important facts.

Law

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

JANUARY 9, 2019

Medical marijuana laws have changed dramatically across the country in recent years, and now cannabis pharmaceuticals appear to be the next big leap forward in cannabis law reform. The recent years have seen drastic marijuana law changes in several states. Cannabis Legalization Throughout The Country.

Research and Development

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

It is important that Arizona residents continue to be well informed to ensure that consumers are within their legal rights and fully aware of all laws and stipulations that apply to the use of marijuana in the state. State laws concerning marijuana vary greatly. You are also allowed 100 mg of edibles per purchase.

Recreational

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 9, 2019

Since then, Jones filed a petition for review to the state high court, and multiple advocates have filed amicus briefs in favor of Jones and his stance that extracts are covered under the state law.

Extraction

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 19, 2021

Flower One currently produces a wide range of products from flower, full-spectrum oils, and distillates to finished consumer packaged goods, including a variety of pre-rolls, concentrates, edibles, topicals, and more for top-performing brands in cannabis. Local state laws where Cana Nevada Corp.

Education

The Joint Blog

APRIL 7, 2020

Marijuana and in particular marijuana edibles have been rapidly growing in popularity in recent years and months. states have legalized marijuana, as has the entire nations of Uruguay and Canada. Can I Bring Edibles on a Plane? This is no surprise: In just the last eight years alone, nearly a dozen U.S.

Edibles

Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 22, 2019

However, this clearly isn’t going to be the case if stakeholders go off of a plain reading of the law. within 10 calendar days of the change; and a licensee shall notify the [MCSB] through [the state’s online system] of any change in the list of financial interest holders. within 10 calendar days of the change.”

Packaging

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 21, 2022

To keep our drivers safe, it became necessary for the Minnesota Legislature to pass a state law to reduce the speed limit to 60 mph. However, it was the federal government that left this highway unregulated, and it then fell to the state to add important safety regulations. Whereas marijuana contains more than 0.3% or less THC.

Hemp

MassRoots

MARCH 7, 2019

Everett’s neurologist has recommended that she use cannabis to reduce the frequency and severity of the seizures caused by her condition, but she refuses to try it while it remains illegal in the Bluegrass State. “I I would like to have the option without breaking the law,” Everett said. “I I honestly just want a better option.

Chronic Pain

Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Licensed retailers are still free to sell CBD-infused edibles derived from marijuana, so long as those products were manufactured by a licensed processor. Federal and State laws do not permit the manufacture and retail sales of CBD as a food ingredient in foods and beverages for sale in retail food establishments.

Food

Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 8, 2019

In the opening sentence of its complaint, Mondelez notes: There has been a growing trend among makers of cannabis products, including edible products infused with tetrahydrocannabinol (“THC”), to market their products by copying and misappropriating the colors, flavors, names and packaging of popular snacks and candies.”.

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