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2 arrested, drugs and guns seized in Taylor, Texas raid

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In addition to the arrests, deputies seized roughly 46 pounds of marijuana – with each pound being valued between $1,200 and $2,000, 2 pounds of THC wax, 3 grams of cocaine, four handguns, magazines, ammunition, a cellphone, about $900 in cash and a vehicle from the location. They also rescued. Read More

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How does medical marijuana help patients with Epilepsy?

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Medical marijuana can alleviate certain side effects and, some research indicates, reduce the number of seizures a patient experiences. Both THC and CBD bind to receptors in the brain and ultimately block the transmission of pain signals. According to the Epilepsy Foundation, medical marijuana may potentially affect seizures.

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3 Ways Florida Medical Marijuana Can Be Used to Fight Cancer

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Increasing science-based evidence supports medical marijuana in the management of cancer symptoms including chemotherapy-induced nausea , vomiting, appetite stimulation and for pain management. Mainstream media has begun to illustrate just how effective medical marijuana can be in helping cancer patients.

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The U.S. Trademark Office Says ?8-THC Is Illegal — Usually

Cannabis Law Report

9-THC plants are defined as “hemp,” whereas higher ?9-THC 9-THC plants are labelled “marijuana” and remain illegal under federal law. 8-THC), which is an isomer of ?9-THC. 8-THC is intoxicating (unlike CBD), but less so than ?9-THC. 8-THC is also legal. 9-THC concentration of not more than 0.3

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Marijuana Breathalyzers Still Don’t Accurately Measure Impairment

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The problem is they cannot produce a reliable version of a marijuana breathalyzer. A recent study from Australia found that testing the levels of THC in blood and saliva is not a smart or accurate way to determine impairment. THC is the chemical ingredient in marijuana that causes the high.

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Latest Cannabinoid in the Spotlight: Delta-10 THC

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By now, many in the industry are aware of the recent craze surrounding delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a natural component of cannabis that has burst into popularity over the past several months. ” RELATED: Understanding Delta-8-THC: Where Does It Come From? Delta-10 vs. Delta-8 and Delta-9: Chemical Differences.

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Hemp Misclassification Inadvertently Decriminalizes Marijuana in Texas

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However, the new definition of “hemp” created a slew of new problems for states like Texas, where marijuana is still very much illegal. GQ Magazine reports that hemp legalization placed Texas in a position where marijuana prosecution is next to impossible. According to GQ Magazine , H.B. No Way to Prosecute. .