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FREE Webinar June 14: Protecting, Monetizing and Enforcing Cannabis Intellectual Property

Canna Law Blog

Register HERE ! Protecting and monetizing intellectual property (IP) assets in the cannabis industry is a critical step for many businesses. Enforcement of valuable IP rights against infringers may also be vital to a cannabis business’s success. The cannabis industry is highly dynamic and competitive. In addition to state and local rules, the Schedule I status of “marihuana” under federal law creates an unusual environment for all things cannabis and IP.

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Delaware Legislature Approves Legislation to Remove All Penalties for Adult Marijuana Possession

NORML

The Delaware State Senate approved legislation to remove all criminal and civil penalties for adult possession of marijuana. In a 13-7-1 vote, the state’s upper chamber voted to pass HB 371, which legalized the possession of up to one ounce of marijuana for individuals aged 21 or older. The post Delaware Legislature Approves Legislation to Remove All Penalties for Adult Marijuana Possession appeared first on NORML.

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The Week in Weed: May 13, 2022

The Blunt Truth

Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. Things don’t look good for medical marijuana in South Carolina. Missouri advocates turn in signatures for their ballot initiative. Delaware gets closer to legalizing cannabis. We have an update on federal legislation. And finally, Senate candidates smoking week in ads is not limited to Louisiana. south carolina.

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Canada’s Cannabis Cartel

Cannabis Life Network

Canada’s cannabis cartel is here. And they’ve always been here – big LPs like Canopy and Aurora. They’re just being patient, playing the waiting game. It may appear as if Canada has a robust craft cannabis sector. After all, there are over 800 licensed producers in this large but thinly populated country. And consumers prefer […].

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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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Things To Know Before Buying CBD Products

Otherside Farms

Nowadays, there are countless different types of CBD products you could buy. This includes Yummy CBD gummies , tinctures, seltzers, lotions, oils, and so much more. As a result, it is very easy to feel overwhelmed as you realize the huge number of available choices. Because of the popularity of CBD, which is quickly growing, you will most likely be tempted to try it sooner or later.

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Everything You Need To Know About Full Spectrum Distillates

Otherside Farms

As weed becomes increasingly legal, the economy that surrounds it grows. Because it’s such a mainstream attitude, officials now campaign on a policy of total pot legalization, and it seems like every week or so there is already a local tv news story about a man who made a lot of money baking and selling cannabis treats. Businesses want to broaden their advertising strategy now that it has touched the neighborhoods.

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STORZ & BICKEL are raising the bar again with MIGHTY+

Leafly

For dry herb vape fans, it doesn't get better than MIGHTY+. The update to the classic MIGHTY shows why STORZ & BICKEL are a household name. The post STORZ & BICKEL are raising the bar again with MIGHTY+ appeared first on Leafly.

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Ohio State University launches center to study therapeutic potential of psychedelics

Cannabis Law Report

WOSU report. “These psychedelics have been used by indigenous cultures for millennia,” said Alan Davis, Assistant Professor of Social Work and Psychiatry at Ohio State. Davis is one of a growing number of researchers across the country that have in recent years renewed interest in psychedelics and their healing potential. He’s also the director of Ohio State’s new Center for Psychedelic Drug Research and Education.

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Almost there! Delaware lawmakers send legalization bill to governor

Leafly

The Delaware Senate voted 13-7 to send an adult-use legalization bill to Gov. John Carney. Its fate, however, is far from certain. The post Almost there! Delaware lawmakers send legalization bill to governor appeared first on Leafly.

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NZ. Cannabis Reform, Back To The Future?

Cannabis Law Report

Stuff.co is reporting that various MP’s have seen that a blanket ban post – referendum isn’t doing anybody any favours. They report the following statements. The cannabis referendum result doesn’t mean the end of reform. Arena Williams (Te Aitanga-a-M?haki, Ng?i Tahu, Ng?i T?hoe) is the Labour MP for the Auckland electorate of Manurewa.

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Victory! California cops agree to stop stealing cannabis cash from armored vans

Leafly

After a lawsuit, a sheriff's department in Southern California agreed to stop harassing armored vans transporting legal weed revenue. Federal authorities returned the money. The post Victory! California cops agree to stop stealing cannabis cash from armored vans appeared first on Leafly.

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Trinidad & Tobago Health Minister Still Cautious On Medical Cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

The Loop reports. Read more at [link].

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Review: Getting high on the down-low with Puffco’s Cupsy

Leafly

I tried Puffco's new product Cupsy, a portable bong with the stealth of a coffee cup. Get the pro's and con's on Leafly. The post Review: Getting high on the down-low with Puffco’s Cupsy appeared first on Leafly.

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US Senators Send Letter Pushing for Psychedelic Research

Cannabis Law Report

Microdose report. Two United States Senators have sent a letter to the leadership of federal agencies asking for an update and pushing for advancement on research into psychedelics. Former presidential candidate Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Brian Schatz (D-HI) sent the official letter to the top brass of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) yesterday.

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Answer of the Day for May 13, 2022

TheAnswerPage

Other than pill form, in what forms is CBD sold? There are multiple CBD product types, including CBD oils (for oral/sublingual administration or vaporization), gummy candies, joint balms, creams, lotions, and capsules. CBD is also being sold in food products, beverages and healthcare goods, including hair products and skincare products. CBD has even been marketed as an ingredient in sleeping masks and dog treats.

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UK – Press Release: Beckley Psytech Bolsters Pipeline of Next-Generation Psychedelic Medicines With Research Collaboration and Strengthening of Relationship With Lophora ApS

Cannabis Law Report

Beckley Psytech to collaborate with Lophora on researching New Clinical Entities (NCE’s). Broad collaboration with Lophora will further strengthen Beckley Psytech’s world class management and R&D team. May 11, 2022 02:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time. OXFORD, England–( BUSINESS WIRE )–Beckley Psytech Limited, a private company dedicated to addressing neurological and psychiatric disorders through the novel application of psychedelic medicines, and Lophora ApS, a drug discovery company

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Got soggy cannabis? 5 ways to dry your wet weed

The Cannigma

If you’ve gotten your cannabis wet, there is a good chance you’re gonna want to throw it out, as wet weed is a prime place for mold to grow. But if you’re desperate or just keen to salvage your herb, don’t despair (yet) – all may not be lost! You may be able to save your bud, depending on how it got wet. If your cannabis fell into the ocean or a pool loaded with chemicals, it’s time to say goodbye.

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Cannabis Financing Market Insights

Cannabis Law Report

10 May 2022. AUTHOR. Joseph Cioffi. Davis+Gilbert LLP. Davis+Gilbert recently attended the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference, where the most significant and influential industry participants met to discuss the opportunities and challenges of funding growth in the cannabis industry. Joseph Cioffi moderated a discussion regarding the experience of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and the outlook for financing and regulations.

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You Can’t Judge a Strain by Its Name

Veriheal

Cannabis strains have a multitude of different names. The names are a way to help identify different varieties of cannabis genetics. The name of a specific line of cannabis genetics should help identify the strain for consumers and growers alike. However, this isn’t necessarily true anymore. We live in an era where people will call something anything they want.

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Vallejo City Council votes in favor of non-smoking ordinance Ban in multi-use residences includes cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

California’s Times Herald reports. On Tuesday night, the Vallejo City Council decided to bring the wet matches. With Vallejo Mayor Robert McConnell and councilmember Hakeem Brown recused, the council voted 4-1 in favor of an ordinance prohibiting smoking in and around multi-use residences and other accessible places. The lone no vote came from councilmember Cristina Arriola.

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Alert 12 May 2022: Contract with Security Specialists Setracon to Provide Voluntary Retail Store Security Assessments

Cannabis Law Report

The Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) today announces that it has contracted with security management firm Setracon, Inc. to provide voluntary, free of charge, on-site security assessments of individual cannabis retailers. Security Assessments Goal. The initial focus of the physical security and crime prevention assessments will be for the approximately 180 retail stores in Pierce, King, and Snohomish Counties.

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Is This The Bi-Partisan Group Of Senators To Push Through SAFE?

Cannabis Law Report

Marijuana Moment details the latest political alliance in the Senate that says it has the numbers. Today, @SenJackyRosen and I led a bipartisan group of 22 colleagues in calling on House and Senate leadership to protect legal cannabis businesses and pass the SAFE Banking Act in the competitiveness legislation currently being negotiated in Congress. pic.twitter.com/QjvEVs6cFo. — Senator Jeff Merkley (@SenJeffMerkley) May 12, 2022.

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MORE Than Meets the Eye? How Federal Marijuana Legalization Legislation Could Affect Employers

Cannabis Law Report

Roughly a month ago, the U.S. House of Representative voted to pass the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act, which decriminalizes marijuana under federal law. Most notably, the MORE Act would remove marijuana as a “scheduled” drug under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). The proposed MORE Act also addresses other marijuana-related topics, such as taxes, denial of federal public benefits due to marijuana use, and protections for cannabis businesses.

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Do You Want To Advise On Oregon Cannabis Policy? OLCC Need you

Cannabis Law Report

They sent out this alert May 12. Help update the framework for regulating the Alcohol & Cannabis Industries. Apply to be a member of the OLCC’s Rule Advisory Committees. Are you interested in helping the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission to draft rules and policies? The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) is looking to broaden and diversify its pool of prospective Advisory Committee participants.

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Colorado Gazette Editorial: “Rep. Don Coram crafts bills to benefit himself”

Cannabis Law Report

Sen Coram is in the news a lot these days when it comes to cannabis and we get a mention in their editorial too! Republican state Sen. Don Coram abuses his role for personal gain. Imagine what he might do if Colorado’s Congressional House District 3 puts him in the U.S. House of Representatives. Coram, in his mid-70s, wants the Republican nomination for U.S.

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Priti Patel Attacks Khan For Visiting Cali Cannabis Farm – Makes Dumb Remarks About “Tackling Gun & Knife Crime”

Cannabis Law Report

The Daily Mail report with glee about Khan’s Californian visit as Priti Patel lays into him about “Tackling Gun & Knife Crime” Of course, she knows full well that if there was sensible drug management regulation enabled in order to start to undo the decades upon decades of drug prohibition, a good place to start would be cannabis, as Khan well knows.

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Trinidad & Tobago: Court Of Appeal Requested To Clarify Cannabis Possession Issue

Cannabis Law Report

Newsday Trinidad & Tobago report. THE Court of Appeal will be asked to clarify what appears to be a lacuna in the Dangerous Drugs (Amendment) Act on the possession of less than 30 grammes of marijuana. At a hearing of magisterial appeals on Thursday, deputy DPP Tricia Hudlin-Cooper told Justices of Appeal Alice Yorke-Soo Hon and Gregory Smith the State will be asking the court to clarify the law.

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Big Victory For Medical Marijuana Users Who Live In The City Of Miami.

Cannabis Law Report

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Associate General Counsel

Cannabis Law Report

Job Description . Associate General Counsel – ( 220005OJ ). Description. PURPOSE OF THE JOB. The Associate General Counsel, under the direction of the General Counsel, will support the Commission’s mission and its staff, and will address and resolve legal matters in settled and evolving areas of the law. The Associate General Counsel will provide advice on legal issues as they arise, including in the areas including in the areas of administrative law, contracts and procurements, l

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Ayr Receives Final License to Sell Adult-Use Cannabis in the Heart of Boston’s Back Bay, the Company’s First Adult-Use Dispensary in Greater Boston

Cannabis Law Report

MIAMI, May 12, 2022 — Ayr Wellness Inc. (CSE: AYR.A, OTCQX: AYRWF) (“Ayr” or the “Company”), a leading vertically integrated U.S. multi-state cannabis operator, announced that the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (“CCC” or the “Commission”) has granted a final license for the sale of adult-use cannabis at its AYR Back Bay dispensary in Boston.