Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 1, 2022

The requirement, which appears in a set of draft rules for the regulatory framework of the state’s adult-use or recreational marijuana program, “would needlessly expose customers and workers in the cannabis industry to privacy-violating tracking and data collection,” the ACLU said in a letter to the Maine Office of Cannabis Policy this week.

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The Blunt Truth

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

However, the law raised questions about new potential liabilities for Illinois employers. First, the Act amended the Illinois Right to Privacy in the Workplace Act to prohibit discrimination against employees for their use of “lawful products” outside of work (defined as lawful products under state law) to include cannabis and marijuana.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 2, 2024

Expect a respectful and discreet experience, with privacy considerations paramount. Additionally, be mindful of dispensary etiquette, respecting fellow patients’ privacy and the staff’s expertise. Observing discretion in discussions regarding medical conditions and treatment enhances privacy and respect among patrons.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 18, 2019

The Act expressly amended the Illinois Right to Privacy in the Workplace Act, which prohibits discrimination against employees for their use of “lawful products” outside of work (defined as lawful products under state law), to include cannabis and marijuana.

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NewsMunchies

JULY 1, 2021

Constitution protected its reasonable expectation of privacy with respect to the information sought by the IRS because it was filed with Colorado’s Marijuana Enforcement Division pursuant to a state law that criminalizes its disclosure. Standing Akimbo has argued that the 4th Amendment to the U.S. However, the 10th U.S.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

First, the Legalization Act amended the Illinois Right to Privacy in the Workplace Act, which prohibits discrimination against employees for their use of “lawful products” outside of work (defined as lawful products under state law), including cannabis and marijuana. Section 705-10(50)(e)(1).

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 13, 2019

Some states have also enacted provisions which protect employees from being discriminated against for obtaining a medical marijuana license, require reasonable accommodations and provide privacy rights outside of the workplace. Recreational and Medical Marijuana Laws Increase Employer Obligations. Similar to the U.S.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 25, 2022

The HR representative told Barbuto that ASM “follow[s] federal law, not state law” in explaining why she was not being accommodated. 1] The Superior Court judge allowed ASM’s motion to dismiss on all counts except an invasion of privacy claim. 151B, § 4 (5); (4) invasion of privacy, in violation of G. 3] p 464.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 25, 2022

Further, does the permissive Connecticut state law conflict with the federal law which makes it a federal crime to use, possess, or distribute marijuana, when it prohibits employers from discriminating against authorized persons who use medicinal marijuana outside of the workplace. 21a–408 et seq., Conclusion. Sneha Ajai.

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The Blunt Truth

MARCH 8, 2022

Years ago, when states first stepped foot in this arena, the laws and some courts interpreting them allowed employers wide latitude in enforcing their drug-free workplace policies, such as in California and Colorado.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 17, 2019

When the law goes into effect on January 1, 2020, it will be legal for individuals age 21 and over to purchase, possess, and consume cannabis within the state of Illinois, without the threat of arrest or criminal prosecution and without the need to obtain a prescription. WHAT CAN/SHOULD EMPLOYERS DO?

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 23, 2020

Led by internet privacy researchers Noam Rotem and Ran Locar, vpnMentor’s research team discovered a data breach in THSuite, a point-of-sale system in the cannabis industry. Cannabis dispensaries have to collect large quantities of sensitive information in order to comply with state laws. Amedicanna Dispensary Files.

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The Blunt Truth

JUNE 13, 2019

Interplay with the Illinois Right to Privacy in the Workplace Act. Employers should also bear in mind that the Act designates recreational cannabis used in compliance with the Act as a “lawful product” subject to the protections against discrimination provided under the Illinois Right to Privacy in the Workplace Act.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 20, 2020

To hold otherwise leads to the absurd conclusion that persons could have a legitimate privacy interest in an item that remains illegal to possess.”. “As such, whether a defendant is subject to criminal penalties is irrelevant in determining whether an item is contraband,” Karmeier wrote. “To Chief Justice Anne M. Burke and Justices Thomas L.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 27, 2021

D-8 is legal federally, and most state laws don’t specifically address it. There’s big enthusiasm [for Delta-8] in the Southeastern states, the Carolinas, the Dakotas, Texas, anywhere…where people can’t get high legally.”. States already closing loopholes. But how long will that last? View Bruce Kennedy’s articles.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 12, 2024

However, it’s essential for employers to ensure that their drug testing policies are in line with applicable laws and regulations, including those related to privacy and discrimination.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 11, 2019

Pritzker tweeted that he looks forward to signing the bill into law. The bill, formally known as the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act (the “Act”), will make it legal under state law for adults 21 and older to purchase and possess limited amounts of cannabis, beginning on January 1, 2020.

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MMJ Recs

DECEMBER 17, 2023

They also have the right to obtain their medication from licensed dispensaries that adhere to state regulations. Patient confidentiality and privacy regarding their medical marijuana use are generally protected under existing healthcare laws.

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MMJ Recs

JUNE 16, 2020

While most states with medical marijuana laws offer you protections under state law from the prosecution of having and using marijuana, these protections may not apply to your job. HIPAA protects patient privacy and prevents health care information from being disclosed on purpose or accidentally.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 24, 2021

But the North Carolina Compassionate Care Act, a bill to legalize medical cannabis, is currently making progress in the state legislature. Native American tribes are not bound by state law, and do not require a state cannabis license. View Chris Kudialis’s articles. View original article.

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SpeedWeed

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

But in Washington State, law enforcement officials have largely suspended all simple drug possession arrests as a result of the State Supreme Court ruling. Is this like Oregon’s all-drug decriminalization law? (As As the Washington State law was written, Blake’s conscious intent to possess the meth didn’t matter.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 7, 2022

For so long as cannabis remains illegal at the federal level, cannabis businesses operating in full compliance with state law will not enjoy the full scope of protections as brands that are operating in legalized industries. Johnson , Dyan Finguerra-DuCharme and Andy Goldwasser. Pryor Cashman LLP.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 24, 2022

We first address petitioner’s contentions that his constitutionally protected right to privacy compels the conclusion that the State of Alaska is prohibited from penalizing the private possession and use of marijuana. Ravin begins his privacy argument by citation of and reliance upon Griswold v.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 3, 2021

Few state laws specifically address delta-8 THC at this time. Most state laws that pertain to marijuana or cannabis use language that covers marijuana, cannabis, THC, CBD, or delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol. There are 11 states where delta-8 is believed to be illegal according to state law.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

We depend on a good relationship with law enforcement. She added, “Here, we are faced with the challenge of balancing public safety concerns like robberies, which the use of body cameras are intended to deter, with individual privacy.”. Cannabis Control Commission Official Announcement. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 24, 2019.

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SpeedWeed

MAY 3, 2021

Aside from the potency question, the product may well be legal under California state law. The people most harmed by this epic fail will likely be the millions of medical marijuana patients in the 13 states where their medicine remains illegal. Tossing medical marijuana patients under the bus. View original article.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 6, 2022

COAs are generally issued by accredited laboratories and many states require sellers to include COAs with each cannabis or CBD product. Some states require all product labels to have custom QR codes that link to a COA.

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SpeedWeed

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Regarding state sales tax revenue from cannabis sales, 70% will go to repairing the damage done by the war on drugs. The remaining 30% will support the state’s cannabis regulatory agency and infrastructure. Yes, state law defines them as a “consumption area.”. Will cannabis lounges be legal? View original article.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 19, 2021

State laws and regulations scrambling to catch up. By submitting this form, you will be subscribed to news and promotional emails from Leafly and you agree to Leafly’s Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. But that argument could be similarly used to argue against the legality of delta-8 THC, or perhaps even CBD.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 10, 2021

Examples such as these underscore the importance of thoroughly researching the state law and local laws of a community before selecting one for your cannabis business. By submitting this form, you will be subscribed to news and promotional emails from Leafly and you agree to Leafly’s Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

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CannaMD

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

The governor also signed Senate Bill 1700 to protect the privacy of doctors recommending low-THC marijuana and their patients. Doctors and patients had to register on the Compassionate Use Registry , an online database maintained by the Florida Department of Health. MORE DETAILS: As medical marijuana physicians ourselves, this one is easy!

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 6, 2019

Daily Business Review’s July 22, 2019 , South Florida Condominium Medical Marijuana Rules and Regulations revealed: “Associations, owners and residents are abuzz about restrictions and regulations preventing owners who wish to indulge in smoking marijuana in the privacy of their own apartments or on their balconies.”

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2020

It’s admirable of California to make it official that financial institutions (and accountants) don’t commit any crimes under state law by virtue of servicing cannabis businesses. There’s one issue though: federal law.

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

And while a celebrity’s name and likeness can be protected under rights of publicity or privacy law, this case raises the issue of when and how personal names can be recognized as trademarks. This makes enforcement in the event of infringement much easier for celebrities.

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SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

A state-authorized trademark would protect the company’s logo at least within the borders of Arizona, giving the brand “a small amount of protection,” Slosburg said. And state trademarks are available in Arizona because cannabis is legal according to state law. So pirates simply operate in other states.

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Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

While you may live in a state where marijuana is now legalized, it can still be an illegal substance in a border state, leaving said person facing whatever laws that state imposes concerning marijuana. State laws concerning marijuana vary greatly.

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SpeedWeed

JUNE 9, 2021

According to the repor t, many of the products contained compounds not allowed by state law in regulated cannabis products. By submitting this form, you will be subscribed to news and promotional emails from Leafly and you agree to Leafly’s Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. THC specified in the 2018 farm bill.

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