Thu.Nov 25, 2021

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Vancouver Doctor faces US Courts in Billion Dollar Fraud Case

Cannabis Life Network

A former BC Physician is facing charges in the US for his alleged involvement in a billion-dollar stock fraud scheme. Dr. Avtar Singh Dhillon was arrested following a four-year-long investigation by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. He has been charged with securities fraud, conspiracy, and obstruction. On November 30, 2021, he will answer these […].

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Happy Thanksgiving from Canna Law Blog!

Canna Law Blog

Here’s to a great holiday for everyone out there, along with friends and families. We are thankful for the privilege of working with so many great people and companies every day, and in such a dynamic area of law and policy. Enjoy the holiday! We’ll be back tomorrow. The post Happy Thanksgiving from Canna Law Blog! appeared first on Harris Bricken.

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Greenrise Global’s Supports Germany’s Approach to Cannabis Legalization for Adult Use

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BERLIN and ERFURT, Germany , Nov. 25, 2021 /CNW/ – Greenrise Global Brands Inc. (formerly AMP Alternative Medical Products Inc.) (Frankfurt: C4T) (ISIN: CA39540L1085) (CSE: XCX) (“Greenrise Global”) would like to comment on the German coalition government’s (SPD, Alliance 90/The Greens and FDP) announcement to legalize the sale of cannabis for consumption purposes to adults in licensed stores with the objective to control quality and ensure the protection of minors.

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How Much MMJ Can You Buy At A Dispensary in Pennsylvania?

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In July 2021, Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf signed a bill into law that increased the amount of medical marijuana that a PA MMJ cardholder can purchase when they visit a dispensary in the state. This change in the law is intended to improve Pennsylvania medical marijuana patients’ access to MMJ treatment. The new Pennsylvania MMJ purchase limits are a welcome development.

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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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Thailand: Not so high hopes for registering cannabis TM in Thailand

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What’s the eligibility of hemp and cannabis products in Thailand for trade mark registration? Chayaphol Suphachatwong Trade Mark Attorney Bangkok. Earlier this year, easing of some restrictions around the use of hemp and cannabis as active ingredients in products including food and cosmetics has opened the way for the industry in Thailand. Hemp and cannabis have found favour globally as medicinal herbs due to the presence of two main active ingredients: tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol

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ICC prosecutor suspends probe into Philippines drugs war

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Philippines requested suspension. Manila says it is doing its own investigations. Lawyers group calls on ICC to pursue probe. Claims of existing justice mechanism absurd – Human Rights Watch. THE HAGUE/MANILA, Nov 20 (Reuters) – The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has suspended a probe at Manila’s request into suspected rights abuses during Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s crackdown on drugs.

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Answer of the Day for Nov 26, 2021

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Which US states were the first to legalize the recreational use of marijuana? When did that happen and how many US states have legalized the recreational use of marijuana since that time? In 2012, Colorado and Washington became the first US states to legalize the adult-use marijuana market. Since then, 16 additional US states have legalized the adult-use of marijuana.

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Last Prisoner Project: Sandra Bowen – Cannabis, Criminalization & Immigration A Sample Case.

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The story is told in photos on Insta. Her case is worth highlighting as we imagine there are 1000’s of others in the same predicament currently languishing in the US prison system. Source: [link].

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Aromatherapy and Cannabis: A Relaxing Duo to Wind Down and De-stress

Cannabis Life Network

Most people enjoy their cannabis by smoking, vaping, or taking an edible. Why not try using your other senses? Now, there are proven benefits from smelling cannabis — specifically inhaling the plant’s aromatic and flavorful terpenes. Let’s explore the benefits of cannabis aromatherapy. Aromatherapy is the ancient practice of healing with the scents of essential […].

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Ireland: More hemp products recalled due to unsafe amounts of psychoactive component

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The Leinster Leader reports. An Irish hemp product is being recalled from shop shelves due to the presence of unsafe amounts of a psychoactive component called delta?9?tetrahydrocannabinol, otherwise known as THC. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) released the notice advising people not to consume affected batches of Kama Hemp 100% Organic Hemp Juice Powder.

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New York: Senator Hinchey Backs Hemp For Cannabis Product Packaging

Cannabis Law Report

Great news to read we have to say… Hemp Gazette Reports. Using hemp for the packaging of cannabis products makes a lot of sense, and NY State Senator Michelle Hinchey wants to make it law in New York. Senator Hinchey announced new legislation ( S.7508 ) last week, which she says will kickstart a sustainable and lucrative industrial hemp industry in her state.

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4 Reasons Why CBD Products Are Very Popular In 2021

Cannabis Law Report

CBD is all the rage, and has been for quite some time. Most cannabis by-products are legal these days, and the CBD industry has been booming. It may have been difficult to anticipate a few years ago the extent to which CBD would proliferate and become as widespread as it has been, with boutiques selling high-end CBD infused products in fancy neighborhoods throughout the country.

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Cresco Labs Closes Acquisition of Three High-Performing Pennsylvania Dispensaries

Cannabis Law Report

CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Cresco Labs (CSE:CL) (OTCQX:CRLBF) (“Cresco Labs” or “the Company”), a vertically integrated multistate operator and the number one U.S. wholesaler of branded cannabis products, announced today the closing of the Company’s previously announced acquisition of Bay, LLC d/b/a Cure Pennsylvania (“Cure Penn” or the “Transaction”).

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Hempsana Signs Custom Manufacturing Agreement with Cream of the Crop Therapeutics

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NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION OR DISSEMINATION DIRECTLY, OR INDIRECTLY, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, IN OR INTO THE UNITED STATES. TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)– $HMPS #CBD –Hempsana Holdings Ltd. (the “ Company ” or “ Hempsana ”), today announced that it has entered into a custom manufacturing agreement with Cream of the Crop Therapeutics (“ Cream of the Crop ”), to launch their Terpene Rich TM formulated product.

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Malaysia – New Straits Times Article: “Experts: High time to legalise medical cannabis, kratom”

Cannabis Law Report

Unimaginable that one would have read an article like this in the Malaysian press only a few years back. Is there a change coming in the country? Politicians and media are throwing out hints almost weekly, at the moment ,that Medical Cannabis is on the way. The question is. what exactly will the regime for cannabis look like? This article gives some clues.

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Black Friday & Cyber Monday Buffy Comforter & Sheets Deals 2021: Bedding and Sheet Set Sales Monitored by Deal Stripe

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Black Friday & Cyber Monday Buffy comforter & sheets deals for 2021 are underway, review all the best Black Friday & Cyber Monday linen sheet set savings listed below. BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Black Friday & Cyber Monday Buffy comforter & sheets deals for 2021 are underway. Review the top savings on a wide range of bed sheets and sets.

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Best Brooklinen Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals (2021) Found by Save Bubble

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Save on Brooklinen deals at the Black Friday & Cyber Monday 2021 sale, together with bedding, sheet sets, bathwear and more discounts. BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Black Friday & Cyber Monday Brooklinen deals are underway. Compare the latest discounts on top-rated bed sheets, bedding bundles and more. View the latest deals in the list below.

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Black Friday & Cyber Monday Sheets & Bedding Deals 2021: Linen, Flannel & Bamboo Sheet Savings Summarized by Consumer Walk

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Save on sheets & bedding deals at the Black Friday & Cyber Monday sale, together with bedding and sheet set sales. BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Here’s a round-up of the top sheets & bedding deals for Black Friday & Cyber Monday, featuring sales on a wide range of bamboo, linen and flannel bedding sets. Links to the latest deals are listed below.

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Best Blanket & Throw Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals 2021 Published by Retail Fuse

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Save on a selection of blanket & throw deals at the Black Friday & Cyber Monday sale, including cotton, wool & bamboo blanket savings. BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Black Friday & Cyber Monday researchers are comparing the best blanket & throw deals for Black Friday & Cyber Monday, including all the top savings on flannel blankets and throws, weighted blankets and more.

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Are The Numbers Really There For Cannabis Legalization In Germany – NY Times Argues. Maybe Not?

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Whilst everybody else jumps up and down rubbing their hands in glee at how much money they think they can make and the media report unquestioningly that legal cannabis is already a done deal in Germany. It is probably worth taking a step back and as the NY Times reminds us, Germany is a country of coalitions and the numbers might not actually be there.

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German group proposes commission, urges coalition not to ‘forget’ about hemp

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Via Hemp Today. Germany’s Cannabis Business Industry Association (BvCW) has cheered the incoming governing coalition’s plans to establish a licensing program for marijuana dispensaries, but reminded the parties that critical reforms are also needed to allow the industrial hemp sectors to grow. Parties expected to be represented in the new coalition are on record as agreeing to reforms in the country’s cannabis laws which could establish “good foundations for a reasonable future handling of all p

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