The Blunt Truth

JULY 18, 2022

Last, some states argue that legalization addresses the impact on African Americans, who are statistically more likely to be arrested and incarcerated for marijuana use than Caucasians, which in turn leads to higher incarceration rates and resources used, which in turn is a drain on taxpayers.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 1, 2021

Interestingly, for those of certain legal history mindset, Gonzales itself had relied upon the famous WWII-era case Wickard v. The Department of Justice has repeatedly issued memos changing its policies regarding federal enforcement against state-legal cannabis. As one example, it appears likely that soon the U.S.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Nevada, like most states, has legalized cannabis for medicinal use. Although permitted under state law, a Nevada employee may still face discipline under a company’s drug policy. Finally, the Court found that implying a cause of action to enforce NRS 678C.850

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 13, 2021

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. Lucid News reports that the compound has been removed from the bill as it has been portrayed as a date rape drug.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 20, 2022

Ikigai Law. In our last post 1 we spoke about the history, science and the regulator’s take on cannabis. Applicable law: The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 19852 (NDPS), Drugs and Cosmetics Act,1940 (DCA), excise laws and cannabis specific state laws apply. 19 July 2022.

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Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

APRIL 20, 2023

The state of Texas has a long history of regulating cannabis use. These legal guidelines/laws related to cannabis continue to be enacted, repealed, and debated in the Texas Legislature today, evidencing strong public sentiment for more accepted, legally permissible uses of cannabis and cannabis products. Code § 169.001 et seq.

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 19, 2022

The complaint challenged Maine’s requirement that all owners of medical marijuana dispensaries must be residents of the state. The First Circuit’s decision effectively eliminates all residency requirements for becoming a cannabis licensee in the state. The history here was interesting.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

The Act legalized the use of recreational marijuana for adults over the age of 21 as a matter of state law, but created many obstacles and uncertainties for employers seeking to maintain a drug-free workplace. Employers are advised to reach out to legal counsel for guidance in navigating this evolving area of law.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 16, 2021

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published workplace guidance for creating marijuana policies and drug testing procedures for employed drivers, including education for drivers on marijuana’s effects on safe driving. Uber Canada Announces Partnership With Tokyo Smoke for Cannabis Ordering in Ontario.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 26, 2020

A person’s medical situation and history is their own business, and there are laws in place that protect the privacy and confidentiality of people’s medical records. The main law that protects peoples’ personal health information is the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

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NORML

JANUARY 25, 2020

2227) is bipartisan legislation that removes marijuana from the Controlled Substances Act, thus decriminalizing the substance at the federal level and enabling states to set their own policies. Chairmain’s bill : The Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment, and Expungement (MORE) Act (HR 3884 / S. Update : S.54 VT resident?

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Marijuana Lawyer Blog

APRIL 15, 2019

California employers long have long availed themselves of their right – as affirmed by the state’s high court – to carry out zero tolerance policies against workers who use drugs – even if that drug use takes place off-the-job. The History of Employer Zero Tolerance Policies.

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MMJ Recs

JUNE 16, 2020

It’s a requirement to apply through the state’s registry for an MMJ card so they can certify that you meet that state’s requirements for medical marijuana. Marijuana dispensaries and clinics generally must enter your MMJ use in the state’s medical marijuana registry. The answer isn’t as simple as you may hope.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 8, 2020

Among other requirements, to be eligible for the pilot program, a hemp producer must have at least one year of history producing the crop and have a contract for the sale of the insured hemp. Producers must report hemp acreage to FSA after planting to comply with federal and state law enforcement.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 27, 2019

The Tax Court enforces federal tax laws. The Tax Court enforces federal tax laws. The Tax Court will only reluctantly consider policy. 280E applies to businesses operating legally under State law, notwithstanding its use of the word “trafficking. 280E is unconstitutional are well settled law. Judge Mark V.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 29, 2019

This new law expands the scope of the New York City Human Rights Law’s prohibitions on making pre-employment inquiries, which already preclude employers from seeking information about applicants’ criminal conviction , credit and salary histories. Noffsinger v. SSC Niantic Operating Company, LLC , 338 F.

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The Joint Blog

OCTOBER 19, 2020

It’s the first time in Maine history that you can actually buy recreational marijuana. He says that once things got rolling, the coronavirus pandemic created further delays as the state determined how to safely open stores. The AP notes that the “State law allows each customer to buy up to 2.5 That’s awesome.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 14, 2024

Schedule an Appointment: Once identified, patients can schedule an appointment with a certified physician to discuss their medical history and symptoms. Once registered, patients gain legal access to dispensaries across the state and are protected from prosecution for possessing and using medical marijuana in accordance with state law.

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MMJ Recs

DECEMBER 17, 2023

The TCUP establishes strict regulations governing the operation of dispensaries, ensuring compliance with state laws. The physician will evaluate your medical history, symptoms, and previous treatment outcomes to determine if medical marijuana is an appropriate option for you.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 16, 2021

Also receiving industry backlash is the announcement that former Georgia Congressman and Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price is serving on Botanical Sciences’ board of directors, despite his history of opposition to cannabis policy reform. “To

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

At the same time, in concluding my interview with KCRW, I said that I have hope for the Golden State to eventually “get it right,” and I think it will– just not for a while given the state’s many issues (see below). First, a bit of history. Enforcement.

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Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

JULY 18, 2019

History of compliance with regulations and policies governing government regulated marijuana programs. Criterion 2. Experience in cultivating, manufacturing, or dispensing marijuana in compliance with government-regulated marijuana programs. Health and safety standards for lab employees.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 20, 2019

History of compliance with regulations and policies governing government regulated marijuana programs. Criterion 2. Experience in cultivating, manufacturing, or dispensing marijuana in compliance with government-regulated marijuana programs. Health and safety standards for lab employees.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Even though 47 states have legalized cannabis for some forms of medical use , New York significantly falls behind its neighbors in terms of marijuana legislation. This guide will uncover key facts about recreational and medical marijuana use and the history of its laws in the state of New York. . Conclusion.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

STATE OF FLORIDA. If Florida plans to increase its medical marijuana program through new legislative policies and marijuana dispensary standardized procedures, how exactly do we attempt to accomplish this? Know the Current Laws and Regulations in Florida courtesy of the Marijuana Policy Project. Kim Rivers; 2.Barry

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 6, 2019

Congress is The Most Marijuana-Friendly Congress In History. They are paying attention, slowly formulating bits and pieces of vital international, federal, and state public marijuana policy. ” CannaMD , outlining marijuana laws from state to state , explains that “This question comes down to federal versus state law.”

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 12, 2021

I have a long history working in similar environments in the cannabis and the spirits industry during my time with Aphria (now Tilray) and Diageo. He has an extensive history in executive leadership and governance roles of large, diverse organizations. Additional Information.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 18, 2019

Just to digress for those that may have never seen a rigorous history, medical cannabis in California was legalized in 1996 with the passage of Proposition 215 [1]. 2] See Implementing Proposition 64: Cannabis Policy In California. [3] 3] The taxes are administered by the California Dept. of Tax and Fee Administration [“CDTFA”]. [4]

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 6, 2022

Sellers of CBD products are encouraged to check applicable state laws when designing their products’ labels to assure they provide customers with a way to view COAs associated with those products.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 19, 2021

Read on to learn more about the history of THC-O acetate, its potential benefits, and the risks you should be aware of before trying it yourself. State laws and regulations scrambling to catch up. What is THC-O? But that argument could be similarly used to argue against the legality of delta-8 THC, or perhaps even CBD.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 23, 2019

The Bureau of Cannabis Control (BCC) sent out 2,842 cease-and-desist letters to cannabis shops and businesses suspected of operating without state licenses. State regulators announced enforcement actions all over the State which then resulted in the first round of charges against operators violating state law.

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Veriheal

JULY 17, 2023

The Senate Intelligence Committee has passed a bill that allows intelligence agencies like the CIA and NSA to accept applicants who have marijuana-use history. states, including Washington, D.C. Secret Service (USSS) revised its employment policies. Marijuana has been legalized for recreational use in 23 U.S.

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The Joint Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2019

James Daly, who was featured in a recent Associated Press report, “is eager to make marijuana history on Sunday, when he plans to open the doors to Arbors Wellness, beckon the lengthy line outside and legally start selling recreational pot for the first time in the Midwest.”

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NORML

JUNE 23, 2019

This week, history was made. House of Representatives just voted to restrict the Department of Justice from interfering with the states that have legalized adult-use marijuana. Under state law, adults face civil penalties for minor marijuana possession offenses. For the first time ever, the U.S. Legislation is pending, S.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 1, 2019

Because cannabis remains illegal under federal law, 7 and Section 230 explicitly does not “impair the enforcement of. 9 Even under the Obama-era policy, Weedmaps might still be exposing itself to federal prosecution because it is not “demonstrably in compliance with [California’s] strong and effective. 31 See Lisa N.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 1, 2019

PUBLISHER: CANNABIS LAW REPORT. “ Although I was unable to find an official US Customs policy regarding cannabidiol (CBD) on its website, a spokesperson for the CBP recently told a Texas news agency that “ CBD oil is considered a controlled substance under U.S. Federal law. You can read a piece of that history here.)

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 1, 2022

The Psychedelic Bar Association (PBA) is an association of attorneys and legal professionals dedicated to solving the novel legal and policy issues impacting the emerging psychedelics sector. The PBA Religious Use Committee provides expertise around the intersections of law, policy, psychedelics, and religion.

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