The Joint Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2023

In the dynamic and rapidly expanding world of cannabis, where innovation and adaptability are paramount, packaging trends are instrumental in defining a brand’s identity and consumer experience. This article examines six packaging trends that will have an impact on the cannabis market in the coming year.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 30, 2024

These regulations aim to maintain quality control, prevent diversion to the illicit market, and ensure patient safety. Pharmacies may also dispense medical marijuana in states where it is legal and regulated like other prescription medications. Marijuana processing techniques vary depending on the desired end products.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 29, 2021

OAKLAND – California Attorney General Rob Bonta today issued a consumer alert warning Californians of cannabis-infused edibles that are being packaged and sold as copycat versions of popular food and candy products. The fact is: here in California, we have a safe, regulated, and legal cannabis market.

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Cannabis Life Network

OCTOBER 31, 2022

British Columbia‘s Minister of Public Safety, Mike Farnworth, told parents to look out for legal and illegal edible products. Even though legal products are capped at 10mg and come in child-resistant packaging, Farnworth said, “legal cannabis products can still be attractive to children.”

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NORML

MAY 19, 2020

In advancing these legislative goals, Congress is not necessarily endorsing any state or territory’s legalization of marijuana-related transactions; similarly, the enactment of the SAFE Banking Act is not a call for the legalization of medical or retail marijuana in those jurisdictions that choose not to pursue such an approach.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Portland, OR — The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission unanimously agreed to fine a Portland based recreational marijuana processor $100,000 for deliberately sidestepping packaging and labeling rules designed to protect consumers. That’s what this was about.”.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Some of the details of German marijuana legalization were given over to the German press last week. Yesterday though, the government’s plan for German marijuana legalization was approved by the Federal Cabinet. Our overall prediction is that a legalization wave is coming to Europe, and Germany will be a key player.

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NORML

JUNE 28, 2019

House Small Business Committee Chairwoman Nydia Velázquez along with Representatives Jared Golden and Dwight Evans introduced a package of legislation, ( H.R. Moreover, an estimated 73 million Americans now reside in the ten states where anyone over the age of 21 may possess cannabis legally. 3540 , H.R. 3543 , and H.R.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 23, 2024

Health Effects of Cannabis Legalization in Michigan The health effects of cannabis legalization in Michigan encompass both potential benefits and risks for residents. Legalization may offer expanded access to medical cannabis for patients suffering from various conditions, providing alternative treatment options and symptom relief.

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Veriheal

JUNE 24, 2022

One of the arguments against the legalization of cannabis is that it may result in more impaired drivers on the road, but emerging research is indicating otherwise. Lauren Dutra, Matthew Farrelly, and their colleagues stated in the study’s report that the relationship between cannabis legalization and traffic safety remains unclear.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 3, 2022

From day one legislators have actively ignored this issue in the name of over cautious safety and the industry has not pushed back enough to demand better solutions Here’s the introduction “We’re going to have this entire new universe of plastic waste of the worst kind,” says one environmental activist.

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 6, 2022

Last week, a coalition of major food and beverage companies (self-identified as “consumer packaged goods companies”) asked Congress to do more about the growing number of copycat THC edible products and counterfeit trademarks piggybacking off of their well-known items. Post Consumer Brands, and Kellogg Company. We urge your support.”.

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Veriheal

AUGUST 18, 2023

The NAACP’s blueprint for a fair cannabis industry, cannabis wellness takes center stage at High Rise Dry Bar in South Carolina, and New York’s legal limbo stalls its recreational market. The organization expressed the need for legalization to include labor peace agreements as part of its statutes.

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Cannabis Life Network

AUGUST 2, 2022

A committee representing Health Canada released a review on the safety and efficacy of CBD. Pharmacies in Canada may sell over the counter CBD packaged in a box. Comprised of nine volunteers, the committee was established in 2019 with four objectives regarding cannabis. Canadian […].

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 31, 2022

Cannabis products are being produced and distributed in an increasing number of forms while a growing variety of cannabis-infused foods and beverages are being marketed in growing number of states with legal recreational cannabis. The investigation is a reminder to those in the cannabis product supply chain?such Source: [link].

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Marijuana Packaging

MAY 22, 2018

You can read the full official legal language here but we break it down and make it easy to understand below. Last week, we spoke about the importance of child resistant packaging to California’s regulations for cannabis packaging. The Importance of Child-Resistant Marijuana Packaging.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 18, 2019

Hemp Roundtable (“the Roundtable”) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments to FDA in response to its request for scientific data and information about the safety, manufacturing, product quality, marketing, labeling, and sale of products containing cannabis or cannabis-derived compounds. Here is the full document submitted to the FDA.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 20, 2022

It could mean that the Feds are finally preparing for legalization and interstate commerce around marijuana. ” Additionally, the L&R Committee addresses “test procedures for verifying the actual net quantity contained in packages offered for sale.” Package and labeling of products. Safety for inspectors.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 14, 2021

Davidoff Hutcher & Citron LLP (DHC), a top New York-based commercial law and government relations firm, has announced the formation of a Cannabis Practice Group, which will help clients navigate the regulations around newly legalized adult recreational marijuana in New York State.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 24, 2022

More than 20 state attorneys general (AGs) authored an open letter to congressional leaders calling for legislation that would regulate tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) edibles that mimic the packaging and names of popular products. Manufacturers of copycat and illicit THC edibles do not represent the cannabis industry.

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Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

JULY 29, 2020

The AZ Cannabis 2020 movement is centered on the new marijuana legalization ballot up for votes this year. Key Facts About the New 2020 Arizona Marijuana Legalization Ballot. The new law would also restrict cannabis edibles to 10mg THC per edible and no more than 100mg THC total per package of edibles.

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Veriheal

JUNE 30, 2020

Bills being recently introduced and passed in various jurisdictions include various elements of criminal justice reforms addressing everything from police use of force to legalizing cannabis. Legislative Package Urged in New York. Legalizing isn’t enough but it is a step in the right direction. A Multi-faceted Approach.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 11, 2024

Compliance with these laws ensures the program operates within legal boundaries while prioritizing patient safety and access to quality medical marijuana products. These regulations govern various aspects of the industry, including product testing, labeling, packaging, and advertising.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Conduct legal research and writing. 2+ years of legal experience at a law firm or in-house. Advanced Nutrients strives to offer a complete benefits package, taking into consideration the immediate as well as long-term needs of its team members. Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and policies. QUALIFICATIONS.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Provide that no person shall offer or sell cannabinoid products, particularly packaged hemp products, to consumers in the State unless the person applies for and holds a hemp retailer license issued by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Public safety is paramount,” said Ford. Define terms. That’s a given.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 25, 2022

Law enforcement officials told the committee that while they had public safety concerns about delta-8, a ban would strain the state’s crime labs which would be required to test products to determine whether they are legal hemp, a hemp-derived cannabinoid, or illegal cannabis. The amended bill passed the committee unanimously.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 22, 2022

A member of Australia’s Green Party has re-submitted a bill that proposes to legalize and regulate cannabis in South Australia. . The Act in many ways mirrors Canada’s legalization legislation—passed in 2018—which was framed around the idea of legalizing and strictly regulating cannabis in order to protect public health and safety.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 3, 2021

Illegal edibles have misleading packaging that can be confusing to kids and parents. They are easy to spot with their bright colors and easy-to-open packaging. The pre-legalization period ran from Jan. 1 2008 to April 12, 2017, and the peri-post legalization period was defined as April 13, 2017, to Dec. Victoria Police).

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 28, 2021

But for cannabis companies, it means it’s imperative to focus on having cannabis packaging that makes a product stand out on the dispensary shelf. Companies have emerged to fill this need in the industry, offering cannabis bags and other packaging products and services. The Importance of Cannabis Packaging. Gusseted bags.

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Leafwell

JUNE 15, 2018

Hemp oil that contains CBD is often sold as a dietary supplement, and is most commonly packaged in small bottles and and applied with a dropper. THC can only be found in states with a legal medical cannabis program and functioning dispensaries. These supplements can contain no more than 0.2% Oils that contain more than 0.2% Source.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 8, 2021

The Social Equity Council itself was created as part of a comprehensive cannabis legalization package that was passed into law by state lawmakers just months ago, in June of 2021 , and as of now 3 of its 15 members are yet to be appointed. Nonetheless, having a quorum present today, the Council was able to convene and conduct business.

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Veriheal

MAY 4, 2021

Michelle Lujan Grisham signed legislation that officially legalized recreational cannabis for the state. When asked about recreational cannabis legalization Gov. ” Criminal records expunged, more jobs created, legal access to cannabis for adults in New Mexico, it’s setting up to be a beautiful time to be in New Mexico!

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

a leading global cannabis and consumer packaged goods company, announced that the company has initiated a policy roundtable with German regulators on adult-use cannabis legalization in Germany. BERLIN, Sept. 6, 2022 – PRES RELEASE – Tilray Brands Inc. ,

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 16, 2024

Overview of the Medical Marijuana Industry The medical marijuana industry has experienced significant growth and evolution in recent years, fueled by shifting attitudes, changing regulations, and expanding legalization efforts across various jurisdictions.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 27, 2021

ACS Laboratory Will Grant its Safety Seal to Any Product Testing Beyond the Minimum for a Full Panel of Tests. ACS Laboratory’s Tested Safe Certified Safety Seal is a physical symbol that products passed the strictest testing guidelines in the U.S. BOCA RATON, Fla. , Aug. BOCA RATON, Fla. , Aug.

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WeedAdvisor

OCTOBER 9, 2019

According to Marijuana Moment , the government will meet its imposed deadline to legalize recreational marijuana this month. Although support for legal marijuana in Mexico is strong, the government never took a proactive approach to legalization. But thanks to a unique law, the Supreme Court forced Mexico’s hand.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 16, 2019

Legalize marijuana now, New York: Two district attorneys say the time has come to permit use of the substance. As the district attorneys for Albany County and Manhattan, it is our duty to uphold justice and public safety on behalf of our upstate and downstate communities. In the final days of session, Gov.

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