Fri.Sep 11, 2020

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A Founder Looks at 50: Some Early, Unexpected Supporters of Marijuana Decriminalization

NORML

Of the several experts who were part of our regular “road show” at NORML during the 1970s, I wanted to focus today on two of them who were both unexpected and wonderfully effective -- Dr. Dorthy Whipple and former DEA Deputy Director John Finlator. The post A Founder Looks at 50: Some Early, Unexpected Supporters of Marijuana Decriminalization appeared first on NORML.

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Jamaica’s Cannabis Licensing Authority committed to facilitating import, export say Director

Cannabis Law Report

The Jamaica Observer reports. KINGSTON, Jamaica— Director of Research Development and Communications at the Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA), Felicia Bailey, says the agency is committed … Read More. The post Jamaica's Cannabis Licensing Authority committed to facilitating import, export say Director first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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How Long Does THC Stay in Your System?

Leafwell

There are four main factors that determine how long THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) stays in your system: How much THC you have taken. How regularly you use THC. The method by which you take THC. The other cannabinoids and terpenes that you combine THC with. Here’s everything you need to know about how long THC stays in your system for, in the short, medium and long term.

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USA – Open Letter: Kassandra Frederique, DPA’s New Executive Director, Shares Her Message to the Movement

Cannabis Law Report

To our loving, complex, and unapologetic community: Today, I assume the role of Executive Director for the Drug Policy Alliance. It’s actually quite incredible … Read More. The post USA - Open Letter: Kassandra Frederique, DPA’s New Executive Director, Shares Her Message to the Movement first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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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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The Oregon Fires and Cannabis

Canna Law Blog

Wildfires are ravaging Oregon, Washington and California. They are truly terrible. Here in Oregon, a full 500,000 residents have been evacuated as I write this blog post on the evening of September 9. Portland smells like burning ash and the suburbs are in evacuation protocols. It’s awful even here. For the cannabis industry, things look scary too. According to the Oregonian , the Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC) reported that one in every five licensed marijuana businesses (or 408 busine

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New Music Friday: Bryce Vine, Odezenne, La Femme

Cannabis Life Network

New music suggestions right in time for the weekend. This week on new music Friday we’re giving you something new and different. Breaking barriers, those being the language barriers diving into French hip hop and alt-rock scenes, but don’t worry we’ve got some new music suggestions & picks for stellar English music as well. Problems […].

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Australia’s MGC Pharma $15m funding deal with US Mercer Street Global Opportunity Fund

Cannabis Law Report

The West Australian newspaper reports… ASX-listed MGC Pharmaceuticals has struck a significant funding deal with US-based investment group, Mercer Street Global Opportunity Fund , that … Read More. The post Australia's MGC Pharma m funding deal with US Mercer Street Global Opportunity Fund first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Today’s Answer of the Day

TheAnswerPage

What is the pharmacologic profile of cannabis when it is administered orally? The psychoactive and physiological effects of orally consumed cannabis appear approximately 90 minutes after ingestion, reach their maximum after 2-3 hours and last for about 4-12 hours. About 50% of orally administered THC is metabolized to 11-hydroxy-THC by hepatocytes before entering the systemic bloodstream.

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Document: Principles for the responsible legal regulation of cannabis – International Drug Policy Consortium

Cannabis Law Report

Executive Summary In recent years, discussions on the legal regulation of drugs – and in particular of cannabis – have moved in from the margins … Read More. The post Document: Principles for the responsible legal regulation of cannabis - International Drug Policy Consortium first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Nevada: Judge Rules Marijuana Licensing Can Proceed

The Joint Blog

A judge in Nevada has ruled that the state’s marijuana licensing process can resume, with some new retail marijuana stores allowed to open, some applications for licenses reviewed again by state officials and some companies still denied the licenses they didn’t get in December 2018, reports the Associated Press. Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak described the situation as “a very difficult, complex case” that is almost certain not to have settled the contentious two-year legal fight involving dozens

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BCC To Hold Meeting On Amalgamation Of Licensing Authorities Into Single Agencies

Cannabis Law Report

SACRAMENTO – The Bureau of Cannabis Control (Bureau) announced today that the Cannabis Advisory Committee will hold a two-day virtual meeting on Thursday, September 24 … Read More. The post BCC To Hold Meeting On Amalgamation Of Licensing Authorities Into Single Agencies first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Different Ways to Consume CBD for Health Purposes

Cannabis Life Network

You may have already heard about the benefits of cannabidiol products and want to try them yourself now that they’ve become legal in the eyes of the law and practically everyone else. Not only has the stigma surrounding cannabis products diminished, but you can also enjoy the health benefits that they can provide you without […]. The post Different Ways to Consume CBD for Health Purposes appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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IRS issues new tax-payment guidance for cannabis companies

Cannabis Law Report

To assist the national cannabis industry in paying its federal taxes, the Internal Revenue Service issued a series of guidance documents that apparently are aimed … Read More. The post IRS issues new tax-payment guidance for cannabis companies first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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The Week in Weed: September 11, 2020

The Blunt Truth

Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. The USDA is allowing more comments on its new hemp rule. The House voted to allow marijuana research. We have an update on the Nebraska situation. Illinois’ social equity program comes under fire, while Maryland’s program is cleared of bias.

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Heady Vermont’s Weekly State By State Roundup

Cannabis Law Report

Regional Maine Maine’s hemp ‘gold rush’ hits supply and demand reality Maine approves adult-use cannabis stores in South Portland, Northport Maine Finally Approves First Pot … Read More. The post Heady Vermont's Weekly State By State Roundup first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Israel Reaches Over 60k Cannabis Patients But Struggles to Satisfy Them

Veriheal

Israel has been on the must-watch list in terms of cannabis research and medicinal innovation and now they have made headlines for reading a record high of over 60,000 medical cannabis patients. This number of cannabis patients is truly remarkable but with such high numbers, the country is struggling to avoid shortages and to meet the ever-rising demand of cannabis for treatment. .

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CanEx launches Global Investment Platform

Cannabis Law Report

CanEx Jamaica has announced the launch of a new global investment platform. CanEx Capital Connection (CCC) is a global platform, focused primarily in the Caribbean … Read More. The post CanEx launches Global Investment Platform first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Former Senator Writes Pro Cannabis Policy Article : One cure for an ailing American economy, Legalize cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

Former Senator Tom Daschle writes for the Hill this week… America’s next president will face an unprecedented array of challenges, chief among them an economy … Read More. The post Former Senator Writes Pro Cannabis Policy Article : One cure for an ailing American economy, Legalize cannabis first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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France: Robin Reda conservative politician supports controlled legalization of cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

A first for a right-wing MP. In response to a statement by Gérald Darmanin on BMFTV, qualifying the decriminalization or legalization of cannabis as “cowardly”, … Read More. The post France: Robin Reda conservative politician supports controlled legalization of cannabis first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Rhode Island Currently Receiving Applications for Compassion Center Licenses

Cannabis Law Report

Posted on September 11th, 2020 by Stephen Bartlett The Office of Cannabis Business Regulation within the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation is currently accepting … Read More. The post Rhode Island Currently Receiving Applications for Compassion Center Licenses first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Nigeria: Accused Tell Court….”We Take Indian Hemp Because It Is Not Harmful Like Cigarettes”

Cannabis Law Report

This is our favourite story of the week… Three suspected criminals who were prosecuted for unlawful possession of weed and charm, have told the court … Read More. The post Nigeria: Accused Tell Court."We Take Indian Hemp Because It Is Not Harmful Like Cigarettes" first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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In Colombia, companies race to create hempseed suited for tropical climates

Cannabis Law Report

Hemp Industry Daily report… Colombia, with its diverse geography and tropical climate, has become an ideal location not only to look for that elusive cultivar, … Read More. The post In Colombia, companies race to create hempseed suited for tropical climates first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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STENOCARE and Emerald have been accepted by Swedish health authorities to offer patients’ treatment with medical cannabis oil

Cannabis Law Report

STENOCARE A/S NASDAQ FIRST NORTH GROWTH MARKET, DENMARK TICKER: STENO STENOCARE A/S (“STENOCARE”) and Emerald Health Therapeutics Inc (“Emerald”) hereby announces that they expect to … Read More. The post STENOCARE and Emerald have been accepted by Swedish health authorities to offer patients’ treatment with medical cannabis oil first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Zambia Takes Another Slow Step Forward On Regulation Of Medical Cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

The Southern Times reports…… Lusaka- Zambia last week inched closer to regularising the cultivation, processing and export of medicinal and industrial cannabis after approving presentation … Read More. The post Zambia Takes Another Slow Step Forward On Regulation Of Medical Cannabis first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Germany Domestic Medical Cannaibs Inaugural Crop Now Delayed Until 2020

Cannabis Law Report

Germany’s first domestic harvests of medical cannabis flower – originally expected to occur by November – could be delayed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, according … Read More. The post Germany Domestic Medical Cannaibs Inaugural Crop Now Delayed Until 2020 first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Luxembourg Experiencing Shortages of Medical Cannabis Says Local Media

Cannabis Law Report

First Malta and now Luxembourg and Germany’s first medical cannabis crop also delayed until 2021. This suggests that Brussels ought to get their collective skates … Read More. The post Luxembourg Experiencing Shortages of Medical Cannabis Says Local Media first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Weekend Cartoon – Just Because we Can

Cannabis Law Report

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Psychedelics Company Havn Life Announces Commencement of Public Trading on the CSE

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s the press release… Havn Life Sciences will trade on the CSE under the Ticker Symbol HAVN VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / September 8, 2020 … Read More. The post Psychedelics Company Havn Life Announces Commencement of Public Trading on the CSE first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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