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Live with NORML: Federal Policy Discussion 9/20/2021

NORML

NORML Political Director Justin Strekal hosts a Facebook Live discussing the latest news and a frank discussion about marijuana policy reform at the federal level. . The post Live with NORML: Federal Policy Discussion 9/20/2021 appeared first on NORML.

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Judge reveals surprise twist in cannabis bribery case

Leafly

The former mayor of Fall River, Mass., convicted of taking bribes for cannabis licenses, had a wild day in court. The post Judge reveals surprise twist in cannabis bribery case appeared first on Leafly.

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Italian Lawyer Joins Greencare Capital PLC as a Non-Executive Director

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s the press release. Greencare (AQSE: GRE), the investment company focused on investing in medicinal cannabis, CBD and related wellness areas, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Monica Formenti to the Board as a Non-Executive Director with immediate effect. Ms Formenti qualified as a Lawyer in 2009 in Milan, Italy, and has practiced corporate and commercial law for a number of multi-national organisations since then.

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What causes a marijuana plant to hermie?

Marijuana Seeds NL

If you’ve been researching cannabis online, you might have heard people talking about “hermies” and the frustration and problems they can cause. “Hermie” is convenient shorthand for “hermaphrodite marijuana plant”. All growers should be alert to the possibility that their plants may hermie and that they should take steps to prevent this, if possible.

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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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What You Should Know Before Considering Giving THC-O a Go

Veriheal

At one time, it was all about THC. Then came CBD. Then Delta-8 and Delta-10 were all the rage. Now, the latest trend among folks living in states without access to legal cannabis is THC-O. While THC-O could be considered a cannabinoid, it’s better described as a compound due to being synthetically derived from hemp. Before you decide to give THC-O a go, there are a few things you may want to know about it.

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Does Cannabis Make You More Empathetic?

Cannabis Life Network

Cannabis and empathy? You might be wondering, “what does empathy have to do with cannabis? I thought stoners were supposed to be apathetic.” Well, the answer might surprise you. Studies suggest cannabis actually positively impacts our ability to process emotions. Cannabis opens up the potential to understand others better and be more aware of their […].

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Virginia Domestic Violence Victim Charged for Cannabis Consumption During Court Testimony

SpeedWeed

A Virginia Circuit Judge stopped a domestic violence victim mid-testimony to jail her for alleged cannabis use. Loudon County Circuit Judge James P. Fisher in Virginia, who was recently presiding over a domestic violence case, sentenced the victim to 10 days in jail after she admitted that she smoked cannabis earlier that day. Fisher had her removed from the stands mid-testimony by multiple deputies, as described by a brief from the Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney.

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Best Cannabis Oil and Cannabis Tincture Products

Leafwell

Tinctures and cannabis-infused oils are one of the most approachable ingestion methods, especially when it comes to medical patients. Tinctures have the following advantages: Easy to ingest – you just need to leave the oil to absorb under the tongue for about 10 seconds and swallow. There’s no need to smoke or vape herbal flower, making it suitable for all age ranges and condition types.

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Marijuana license winners in Illinois now compete in ‘Shark Tank’-like scramble to get startup cash – Cannabis Business Executive

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Marijuana license winners in Illinois now compete in ‘Shark Tank’-like scramble to get startup cash – Cannabis Business Executive – Cannabis and Marijuana industry news. skip to Main Content. View original article. The post Marijuana license winners in Illinois now compete in ‘Shark Tank’-like scramble to get startup cash – Cannabis Business Executive appeared first on SpeedWeed.

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Best Cannabis Oil and Cannabis Tincture Products

Leafwell

Tinctures and cannabis-infused oils are one of the most approachable ingestion methods, especially when it comes to medical patients. Tinctures have the following advantages: Easy to ingest – you just need to leave the oil to absorb under the tongue for about 10 seconds and swallow. There’s no need to smoke or vape herbal flower, making it suitable for all age ranges and condition types.

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Jeremiah Wonders… #197 – Shanks & Smash Bros. (Cory & Chad)

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Jeremiah Wonders… #197 – Shanks & Smash Bros. (Cory & Chad) Sponsored by SpeedWeed. Shanks is in the building with Shotgun & Redbone to do a podcast about prison — before the Smash Bros. Cory & Chad join Jeremiah to talk about the late great Ralphie May, road stories, and their experiences competing with 5th graders. #JeremiahWonders #Podcast #SmashBros.

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Proposed New Michigan Cannabis Rules I: Licenses

Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

On Monday, September 27, Michigan’s Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) will hold a public hearing on draft administrative rules updating all of the State’s current cannabis-related rules other than for hemp. The deadline to provide written public comments is that Monday at 5 p.m. In a six-part series, Dykema will outline the substantive proposed changes in each of 10 draft rule sets and then will conclude with coverage of next week’s hearing.

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New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission Misses Deadline to Start Accepting Business License Applications

SpeedWeed

In August, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) maintained its position that CBD in any ingestible form is subject to the drug preclusion language in the federal Food Drug and Cosmetic Act via refusal letters posted regarding New Dietary Ingredient Notifications (NDIN) filed by Charlotte’s Web and Irwin Naturals, respectively. In addition to the drug preclusion position, which refers to the prohibition on an ingredient that was first studied as a drug from being a food or a dietary suppl

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Proposed New Michigan Cannabis Rules I: Licenses

Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

On Monday, September 27, Michigan’s Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) will hold a public hearing on draft administrative rules updating all of the State’s current cannabis-related rules other than for hemp. The deadline to provide written public comments is that Monday at 5 p.m. In a six-part series, Dykema will outline the substantive proposed changes in each of 10 draft rule sets and then will conclude with coverage of next week’s hearing.

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KILL TONY #523 – ALEX JONES

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KILL TONY #523 – ALEX JONES Sponsored by SpeedWeed. Alex Jones, William Montgomery, Hans Kim, Davis Lucas, Matthew Muehling, D Madness, Michael A. Gonzales, Yoni, Tony Hinchcliffe, Brian Redban – 09/06/2021. SpeedWeed – America’s Cannabis Delivery Service – [link]. The post KILL TONY #523 – ALEX JONES appeared first on SpeedWeed.

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CNN: Italy will likely hold a referendum on decriminalizing cannabis next year

Cannabis Law Report

Italy will likely decide whether or not to decriminalize cannabis in a referendum next year, after campaign groups managed to gather the required 500,000 signatures in a week. Popular referendums in Italy can be called if 500,000 signatures are obtained, and campaigners were able to obtain the necessary amount well before the September 30 deadline. If the public votes to decriminalize cannabis, the purchase, sale and cultivation of the drug will all become legal under Italian law. “More th

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Six strains for Election Day stress

SpeedWeed

Elections aren’t particularly relaxing for anybody, especially during a pandemic. Luckily in the Great White North, we’re blessed to have one of the best remedies around—legalized cannabis. No matter which side of the political spectrum you fall on, voting can be stressful. So why not pick up a little legal pot after voting as a reward for fulfilling your patriotic duty?

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Woo Hoo Aussie Cops Just Love Busting Weed Users

Cannabis Law Report

Welcome to the land of the war of cannabis. Pondering Pot has two stories this morning illustrating Australian authorities as well as p **g off the French, denying climate change and a whole host of other idiocies too many and varied to mention still loves to pick on the devil’s lettuce as though it were the destroyer of society. Pondering Pot reports… Story 1. 91% of cannabis-related arrests in WA have been on consumers in 2021.

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How Long Does It Take To Get Approved For A Medical Card In Oklahoma?

MMJ Recs

Medical marijuana became legal in the state of Oklahoma in July 2018. Since then, the Oklahoma MMJ program has been bringing massive health and economic benefits to Oklahomans. Oklahoma has one of the most liberal and patient-friendly medical marijuana programs in the entire United States. The OK MMJ program is designed to bring maximum value to patients and to make it easy for people to set up great businesses and become economically successful.

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Only 10% of Maine municipalities decide for recreational cannabis sales

Cannabis Law Report

That’s going to make 10% of municipalities very wealthy. MJ Biz reports… Maine’s recreational cannabis market continues to grow , even though less than 10% of the towns and cities in the state are allowing adult-use sales. According to the Bangor Daily News, only 47 of Maine’s roughly 500 towns and cities have chosen to allow recreational marijuana retail sales.

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Answer of the Day for Sep 21, 2021

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What determines the chemical composition of a cannabis product? The chemical composition of a cannabis product is determined by multiple factors, including plant genetics, cultivation, harvesting, drying, and other manufacturing practices. Anderson DM, Rees DI, Sabia JJ, Safford S. Association of Marijuana Legalization With Marijuana Use Among US High School Students, 1993-2019.

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OR: Driven By Stem Announces the Acquisition of Artifact Extracts, Salem Delivery Capabilities, and Two Additional Dispensaries

Cannabis Law Report

Advances Driven By Stem’s footprint in the fast-growing concentrates segment through the acquisition of premier cannabis extraction company and award-winning brand. BOCA RATON, Fla., Sept. 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Stem Holdings, Inc. d/b/a Driven by Stem (OTCQX: STMH) (CSE: STEM) (the “ Company ” or “ Stem “), the first multi-state, vertically integrated Farm-to-Home™ (F2H) cultivation and technology omnichannel cannabis company featuring a proprietary D

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The best weed shows and movies on Netflix

The Cannigma

With the right kind of weed and the perfect company, almost any movie can be a weed movie. But while Netflix has always served up an ample supply of movies that go great with a foggy night in, the library of cannabis movies has expanded as of late. Here are some of the best Netflix movies to light up with: The best Netflix show on edibles – Cooked with Cannabis.

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Over $2B Illicit Cannabis Removed with LightLab 3 Cannabis Analyzer

Cannabis Law Report

LightLab 3 Cannabis Analyzer by Orange Photonics, is helping law enforcement rapidly identify and remove cannabis plants and products from the illicit market. Year-to-date LightLab 3 has been involved in enforcement actions that have resulted in the confiscation of over $2B of illicit plant and product. Josephine Marijuana Enforcement Team (JMET) detective testing suspected illicit cannabis with LightLab 3 LE Cannabis Analyzer.

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Entertainers and athletes double down on Presidential request for mass cannabis pardons

Leafly

Athletes and entertainers help The Weldon Project remind President Biden about cannabis expungements and campaign promises. The post Entertainers and athletes double down on Presidential request for mass cannabis pardons appeared first on Leafly.

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Delic to Acquire Ketamine Wellness Centers Inc, Becoming Largest Psychedelic Wellness Chain in United States

Cannabis Law Report

Delic Holdings Corp (“ Delic ” or the “ Company “) (CSE: DELC ) (OTCQB: DELCF ) (FRA: 6X0 ), the leading psychedelic wellness platform today announced it has entered into a binding merger agreement (the “ Merger Agreement “) with Ketamine Wellness Centers Arizona LLC (“ KWC “). KWC is a limited liability corporation formed under the laws of Arizona , which operates 10 ketamine infusion treatment clinics, across Arizona , Colorado , Florida , Illinois , Minnesota , Nevada , Texas ,

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Entertainers and athletes double down on Presidential request for mass cannabis pardons

SpeedWeed

150 influencers, advocates, and even Drake have delivered an urgent call to release and forgive all nonviolent prisoners of the War on Cannabis. Last week (Sept 14.), cannabis reform advocacy group, The Weldon Project followed up on a March letter signed by over 150 influencers, politicians, and experts urging President Biden to deliver on his promise to pardon all non-violent cannabis offenders.

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Surprise surprise another missed deadline on cannabis business applications. this time in NJ

Cannabis Law Report

NJ.com reports. The state Cannabis Regulatory Commission will not begin accepting new applications for business licenses by this weekend, thereby missing a statutory deadline intended to keep development of the legal weed marketplace on track. But the commission at its meeting Tuesday evening did approve a new licensing platform to help it process applications when the time comes, and says that alone is a significant step toward launching the new industry.

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As Canadian Cannabis Sales Skyrocket, Study Finds Legalization Fears Did Not Materialize

Cannabis Law Report

In 2018, Canada became just the second country on the planet (after Uruguay) to legalize cannabis. Three years later, Canadian cannabis continues to set sales records, with huge gains reported for the summer of 2021. Statistics Canada, an agency of the Canadian government, released statistics showing that sales reached almost $319 million in June 2021.

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Harris Bricken: California Psychedelic Law Updates

Cannabis Law Report

GRIFFEN THORNE writes. t’s been a while since I provided an update on the state of California psychedelics law, but there have been a few important updates in the last few weeks, so it’s now that time. Before jumping in, I’ll remind readers that currently, all psychedelics are illegal under federal law unless a person has received an exemption, which is no easy task.

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