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Marijuana and the Mexican Revolution

Project CBD

The tumultuous Mexican Revolution catalyzed the emergence of marijuana smoking in early twentieth-century America as hundreds of thousands of migrants fled to the U.S. Southwest in search of safety and work.

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New Jersey Courts Vacate Almost 88,000 Marijuana Cases

NORML

These are the first of up to 360,000 cases and convictions that are eligible for vacation, dismissal and automatic expungement. The post New Jersey Courts Vacate Almost 88,000 Marijuana Cases appeared first on NORML.

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How Long Does Marijuana-Induced Driving Impairment Last?

CannaMD

“How long should I wait to drive after using marijuana?” This is a question any responsible medical marijuana should ask themselves. With the legalization of medical marijuana in Florida, users who rely on regular cannabis therapy now have the responsibility to determine their fitness to drive without impairment. Conversely, law enforcement agencies are now tasked […].

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Analysis: Marijuana Legalization Correlates with Higher Home Values

NORML

The analysis reported, "Between April 2017 and April 2021, property values rose $17,113 more in states where recreational marijuana is legal, compared to states where marijuana is illegal or limited to medicinal use.". The post Analysis: Marijuana Legalization Correlates with Higher Home Values appeared first on NORML.

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Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond

Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.

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Why Does the 1:1 CBD:THC Ratio Work So Well?

Leafwell

Today, we’re looking at what’s special about the 1:1 ratio of CBD: THC. Many medical marijuana patients find this ratio nothing short of miraculous. But why? This article dives into some studies into the ratio and why it’s effective. In addition to reading this article, we recommend that you speak to your physician while you’re applying for your medical marijuana card to get a personalized dosage.

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CLE Webinar Appellate Litigation in the Cannabis Industry Wednesday, July 14th, 11 a.m. PDT

Cannabis Law Report

WEBINAR. BONG SCORE. We apply our entirely subjective bong score to each event. 1 Don’t Bother Unless You Need A Well Deserved Sleep. 2 You Might Learn Something But We Hope You Didn’t Pay For It. 3 This is really something, interesting presenters, well worth the money, and i actually will learn something. BLURB. CLE Webinar. Appellate Litigation in the Cannabis Industry.

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Breaking News: Langara College receives $3.3 million for applied research in cannabis

Cannabis Life Network

Vancouver, BC – A press release on July 13 detailed a ground-breaking grant awarded to Langara College. The grant, which totals $3.3 million, consists of $2 million from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council and $1.3 million from the Canadian Foundation for Innovation, is the largest grant received by a post-secondary institution in the province.

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Kanabo to Deliver First Medical Grade Cannabis Extract Vape Formulas in the UK

Cannabis Law Report

– Thousands of UK patients to be the first in Europe to have access to Vape containing medicinal cannabis – – Deal with LYPHE Group will see delivery this month ahead of schedule – LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Kanabo , the first medicinal cannabis company to IPO on London Stock Exchange, will be delivering its medicinal cannabis formula to the UK this month, as scheduled.

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UMB Welcomes its First Wave of Medical Cannabis Program Graduates

Veriheal

The University of Maryland School of Pharmacy in Baltimore is inviting students to graduate under its Medical Cannabis Master of Science (M.S.) program. Stretching over two years, the program demonstrates growing acceptance for the cannabis plant, which is currently legal in 36 U.S. states for medical purposes. The M.S. Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics program kicked off two years ago and has since managed to garner plenty of interest.

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Psilocybin Alpha Publish Psychedelic Legalization & Decriminalization Tracker

Cannabis Law Report

This is what they are saying. Mapping Psychedelic Drug Policy Reform. 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 happening in a number of ways: from the least rigorous incarnation which involves making the enforcement of psychedelics’ illegality the lowest law enforcement priority in a g

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Stay fully stocked with Hemper subscription boxes

Leafly

You may want to consider getting a display case, because the featured glass pieces in Hemper subscription boxes are really that cool. The post Stay fully stocked with Hemper subscription boxes appeared first on Leafly.

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Arizona’s state expungment process for cannabis offenses started 12 July

Cannabis Law Report

Petitions to expunge certain marijuana offenses can be submitted to superior courts starting today – thanks to the voter-approved Prop 207. The Smart and Safe Arizona Act, which legalized recreational marijuana use for adults 21 years and older and passed with 60% of the vote, also introduced a chance to expunge certain marijuana-related arrests, charges, adjudications, convictions and sentences.

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Don Frye & Hector Lombard | MMA Roasted #641

SpeedWeed

Don Frye & Hector Lombard | MMA Roasted #641 Sponsored by SpeedWeed. On this episode of The MMA Roasted Podcast, Adam and Greg are joined by Don Frye and Hector Lombard to recap UFC 264. You do NOT want to miss this one! Watch Adam Hunter’s special here: [link]. Listen on Spotify: [link]. Listen on iTunes: [link]. Listen on Sound Cloud: [link].

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Cannabis Compliance – Stories from the Trenches – Thursday, JULY 15, 2021 from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM est

Cannabis Law Report

WEBINAR. BONG SCORE. We apply our entirely subjective bong score to each event. 1 Don’t Bother Unless You Need A Well Deserved Sleep. 2 You Might Learn Something But We Hope You Didn’t Pay For It. 3 This is really something, interesting presenters, well worth the money, and i actually will learn something. BLURB. Cannabis Compliance – Stories from the Trenches. in person, via Zoom or recorded.

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Illinois weed sales remain strong at near-record $116 million in June – Cannabis Business Executive

SpeedWeed

Illinois weed sales remain strong at near-record $116 million in June – Cannabis Business Executive – Cannabis and Marijuana industry news. skip to Main Content. View original article. The post Illinois weed sales remain strong at near-record $116 million in June – Cannabis Business Executive appeared first on SpeedWeed.

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CLE Webinar Hemp in Italy: Law, Research, and Industry Wednesday, July 28th, 11 a.m. PDT

Cannabis Law Report

WEBINAR. BONG SCORE. We apply our entirely subjective bong score to each event. 1 Don’t Bother Unless You Need A Well Deserved Sleep. 2 You Might Learn Something But We Hope You Didn’t Pay For It. 3 This is really something, interesting presenters, well worth the money, and i actually will learn something. BLURB. CLE Webinar. Hemp in Italy: Law, Research, and Industry.

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Hopeful cannabis entrepreneurs prepare for Vermont’s new legal market – Cannabis Business Executive

SpeedWeed

Hopeful cannabis entrepreneurs prepare for Vermont’s new legal market – Cannabis Business Executive – Cannabis and Marijuana industry news. skip to Main Content. View original article. The post Hopeful cannabis entrepreneurs prepare for Vermont’s new legal market – Cannabis Business Executive appeared first on SpeedWeed.

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Ketamine Is Removed from California Decrim Bill

Cannabis Law Report

Lucid News reports that the compound has been removed from the bill as it has been portrayed as a date rape drug. They write. The California legislation that would decriminalize some psychedelic substances under state law, Senate Bill 519, was approved in a 5-3 vote by the State Assembly’s Public Safety Committee in a June 29th hearing. This vote marks the bill’s first hearing in the Assembly after passing in a 21-16 vote by the State Senate on June 1.

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B Noble is a New Cannabis Brand with Social Equity Built In

SpeedWeed

B Noble is hitting the cannabis scene with a focus on social equity and righting the wrongs of the War on Drugs. With cannabis now legal for use by adults in 19 states, the conversation in many jurisdictions has turned to mitigating the harm caused by the failed, albeit continuing, War on Drugs. The recent approval of legalization proposals in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut hinged on robust social equity provisions that addressed the disproportionate harm caused by prohibition in communiti

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NBC Story: High potency weed linked to psychotic episodes, mysterious vomiting illness in young users

Cannabis Law Report

Sounds like a lot of litigation is on the way if these incidences keep occurring and a story this big is going to re-ignite the THC level legislation argument further both at a state and federal level. NBC reports. BOULDER, Colo. — One day in fall 2018, Bo Gribbon began to vomit and couldn’t stop. He threw up multiple times an hour from morning to night before his mother drove him to the hospital near their home here.

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The best dispensaries in Illinois

SpeedWeed

From Chicago to Peoria to Sauget, these dispensaries offer Illinois cannabis users a great sesh. Medical cannabis became legal in Illinois in 2013, and recreational cannabis followed in 2019. Since then, experienced smokers, edible enthusiasts, medical patients, and first-time tokers alike had questions: What should I buy? What’s my ideal edible dose?

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Talking risk management for your business: CANNABIS INSURANCE

Cannabis Law Report

WEBINAR. BONG SCORE. We apply our entirely subjective bong score to each event. 1 Don’t Bother Unless You Need A Well Deserved Sleep. 2 You Might Learn Something But We Hope You Didn’t Pay For It. 3 This is really something, interesting presenters, well worth the money, and i actually will learn something. BLURB. Talking risk management for your business: CANNABIS INSURANCE.

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The Future of Cannabis Industry Trade Shows and Events

SpeedWeed

Be the first to know when new content like this is available! Subscribe to our newsletter to get alerts about new posts, local news, and industry insights. Thank you! Your submission has been received! Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form. Cannabis is a social plant and product, so it’s not surprising that trade shows have always been an important part of the legal cannabis industry.

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Alert: LA County Moves Toward Regulating

Cannabis Law Report

The LA County Board of Supervisors passed two motions today towards addressing cannabis activities within the unincorporated areas. Supervisors Barger and Kuehl introduced a motion focusing on enforcement of unlawful activities, while Supervisors Hahn and Solis introduced a motion to revisit the previous report of regulation recommendations by the LA County Advisory Workgroup on Cannabis Regulations. .

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High potency weed linked to psychotic episodes, mysterious vomiting illness in young users – Cannabis Business Executive

SpeedWeed

High potency weed linked to psychotic episodes, mysterious vomiting illness in young users – Cannabis Business Executive – Cannabis and Marijuana industry news. skip to Main Content. View original article. The post High potency weed linked to psychotic episodes, mysterious vomiting illness in young users – Cannabis Business Executive appeared first on SpeedWeed.

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USA: Fired Sheriff’s Deputy Sentenced to More Than 12 Years in Prison for Planting Drugs on Innocent People

Cannabis Law Report

Law & Crime report. Fired Jackson County deputy Zachary Wester , 28, was sentenced on Tuesday to more than a decade in prison for planting drugs on innocent people during traffic stops. With 58 days of jail credit, Wester has to spend a total of 12 years, six months, and eight days locked up on charges including racketeering, official misconduct, perjury, fabricating evidence, possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and false imprisonment.

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Governor Polis Gets Sued Over Colorado Cannabis Laws

SpeedWeed

Governor Polis is being faced with a lawsuit over House Bill 1317, a bill that negatively affected students who were meant to benefit from the law that allows cannabis use by medical patients in public schools. . Benjamin Wann, a cannabis patient, and his parents, Amber and Brad, supported Polis back in May when he signed the law that expanded access to cannabis in schools.

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Sacha Baron Cohen is suing Massachusetts cannabis cultivator and retailer Solar Therapeutics for at least $9 million over billboard ad using Borat

Cannabis Law Report

According to an image in a complaint filed Monday in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, the billboard on an interstate highway showed Cohen – in character as the fictional Kazakh journalist Borat Sagdiyev – giving a thumbs-up hand gesture alongside the phrase “It’s Nice!” and Solar Therapeutics brandings. A copy of the complaint has been posted online by The Hollywood Reporter.

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Class Actions Increasingly Targeting Cannabis Companies – Cannabis Business Executive

SpeedWeed

Class Actions Increasingly Targeting Cannabis Companies – Cannabis Business Executive – Cannabis and Marijuana industry news. skip to Main Content. View original article. The post Class Actions Increasingly Targeting Cannabis Companies – Cannabis Business Executive appeared first on SpeedWeed.

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Special Presentation Unauthorized and Unwise:  The Lawful Use Requirement in Trademark Law Wednesday, July 21st, 11 a.m. PDT (CLE Available) 

Cannabis Law Report

WEBINAR. BONG SCORE. We apply our entirely subjective bong score to each event. 1 Don’t Bother Unless You Need A Well Deserved Sleep. 2 You Might Learn Something But We Hope You Didn’t Pay For It. 3 This is really something, interesting presenters, well worth the money, and i actually will learn something. BLURB. Special Presentation. Unauthorized and Unwise: The Lawful Use Requirement in Trademark Law.

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