33 states have legalized medical cannabis, 11 of which have also legalized cannabis for adult recreational use. This November, five states have new medical or recreational cannabis laws on the ballot. Both in the case of one state. Do you live in one of these states?http://www.cnn.com/2020/09/12/business/cannabis-ballot-2020-election/index.html
Category Archives: Legalization
Kamala Harris Says Biden Admin Will Decriminalize Cannabis
“Times have changed — marijuana should not be a crime,” says Kamala Harris. “We need to start regulating marijuana and expunge marijuana convictions from the records of millions of Americans so they can get on with their lives.” http://www.ganjapreneur.com/kamala-harris-says-biden-admin-will-decriminalize-cannabis/
This County Will Let Cannabis Arrestees Get a Medical Card to Avoid Jail
A new plan by the Maricopa County, Arizona prosecutor will allow anyone arrested for cannabis possession to apply for the medical cannabis program and, if given a card, avoid prosecution. http://www.ganjapreneur.com/this-county-will-let-cannabis-arrestees-get-a-medical-card-to-avoid-jail/
Kamala Harris Is Officially Biden’s VP, But What Does That Mean for US Weed Policies?
Kamala Harris says that she is “absolutely in favor of legalizing marijuana” and has joked about smoking weed while listening to Snoop Dogg and Tupac. But can you really trust this ex-prosecutor who, for many years, relentlessly locked up weed offenders. Some people are skeptical, but do you think there is any way she can reverse the very …
Black residents made up 97% of marijuana arrests in New York state capital
A year after Albany’s police chief vowed to examine racial disparities in marijuana arrests, 97% of people arrested or ticketed for pot offenses in the city since then have been Black. This is a city with a Black population of only 30%. Doesn’t this make you mad? http://www.leafly.com/news/politics/black-residents-made-up-97-of-marijuana-arrests-in-new-york-state-capital
Veteran Faces 5 Years in Prison for Medical Marijuana
Sean Worsley, a disabled, African American veteran who won a Purple Heart for traumatic brain injury and other wounds sustained in Iraq faces 5 years in an Alabama prison for possession of a few grams of cannabis he uses for chronic pain and PTSD. The modest amount of weed in his possession was purchased legally …
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Virginia governor signs bill decriminalizing marijuana
We’re moving on up! On Thursday, Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam signed legislation to decriminalize marijuana, making Virginia the 27th state in the nation to decriminalize simple cannabis possession. The new law reclassifies possession of one ounce or less to a civil penalty punishable by a fine of up to $25, the lowest fine of any …
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Profile: Bob Marley, Rastafarian Legend
An interesting profile of reggae superstar Bob Marley who has become an iconic figure for advocates in the decades long fight to legalize marijuana. But, as the profile very aptly points out, for Bob, the use of ganja was spiritual; a religious rite. A way for him to connect with god (Jah), not just to …
Cannabis industry booming, but companies left out of coronavirus stimulus
Do you know that cannabis businesses are not eligible for assistance under the $2 trillion stimulus package recently passed by congress? They are also barred from Small Business Administration funded loans. That’s because plants containing more than 0.3% THC are classified as a Schedule 1 drug. The upside is that even though coronavirus has shuttered …
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Meet the 81-year-old Beverly Hills rabbi who’s running for office to give people pot
California legalized cannabis for adults in 2016. But the city of Beverly Hills remains a cannabis-free zone. It does not allow any cannabis-related businesses within its limits – not even for medical purposes. Now comes an 81-year-old rabbi who’s running for city council for the express purpose of changing this. http://forward.com/news/national/440806/beverly-hills-california-cannabis-rabbi-jewish/
The Worst Places in the World to Get Busted With Weed
Canada and Uruguay have both fully legalized recreational weed and there are a few other destinations like Amsterdam and Jamaica that are known to welcome cannabis tourists. But there are many countries where getting caught with weed can result in serious prison time and even death! Here’s info about some of the riskiest places in …
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Man smokes weed in courtroom while facing marijuana charge
Is this guy really as stupid as he looks? He is. He’ll be spending 10 days in jail for lighting up and smoking a marijuana cigarette in a courtroom. Right in front of the judge – while there for a hearing on a marijuana possession charge! Don’t blame it on the weed. Source: MLive
Man caught with 91 pounds of cannabis walks because police couldn’t prove it was marijuana
Good news boys and girls in Ohio. Do you know that, although not legal, you can walk around with your weed in your state without any fear of prosecution? It’s true. Ask Cleveland Browns running back, Kareem Brown. Prosecutors cannot bring cannabis-related cases because state labs aren’t yet able to tell the difference between hemp, …
Washington Bill Seeks Task Force to Address Cannabis Odors
The strong community reaction to the odors associated with marijuana cultivation and processing seems to be a problem that no one anticipated. But it’s popping up all over and is forcing cities and states to take action – such as introducing odor control requirements. For example, the state of Washington recently created a task force …
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Illinois announces nearly $11 million worth of recreational cannabis sold in first 5 days
Recreational marijuana seems to be a big hit in Illinois with long lines at dispensaries and sales of close to $11 million in the first 5 days. These are much higher sales numbers than Michigan and Colorado reported during their first week of recreational cannabis sales.
Chicago Airports Install ‘Cannabis Amnesty’ Boxes
You are at the airport in Chicago and realize that you’ve not consumed all the marijuana products you purchased. What do you do? Both O’Hare and Midway have set up “amnesty boxes” for you to dispose of your unused weed before going through the TSA checkpoint. Very considerate, don’t you think? The police will check …
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Most employers in Nevada can no longer utilize pre-employment drug tests for marijuana
Looking for a reason to move to Vegas? We’ve got one! As of January 1, employers in Nevada can no longer use pre-employment drug tests for marijuana as a hiring practice. Nevada is the first state to do this. After all, if you can legally smoke at home, why should this prevent you from getting …
Thousands flock to weed shops as Illinois’ pot prohibition comes to an end
It was a mob scene in Chicago and across the state on Wednesday, the 1st day of recreational marijuana sales in Illinois. Thousands lined up across the Chicago area, some before dawn — for the chance to buy marijuana legally for the first time. But there were also glitches. Some dispensaries ran out of product …
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Illinois governor clears thousands of marijuana convictions
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced more than 11,000 pardons for low-level marijuana convictions on Tuesday at a church on Chicago’s South Side – one day before the state’s new marijuana legalization law took effect. He described these pardons as the first wave of such expungements, provided for under the new law, which will make it …
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Las Vegas set to become a hub for cannabis tourism
Sin City is on verge of becoming even more sinful. 40 million tourists visit Las Vegas every year for its casinos, restaurants and other enticements. Marijuana could soon be another important reason why people come. It is currently legal to purchase cannabis from licensed stores for people aged 21 and over. However, these products cannot …
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Marijuana Legalization Could Be Coming To These States In 2020
2019 was a great year for cannabis. But, for the people who track these goings on, 2020 is shaping up to be an even more momentous year for legalization and policy reform. A handful of state legislatures are scheduled to consider legalization, and voters in up to 10 states are likely to face a November …
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3 Michigan marijuana shops net $221,000 on first day of recreational sales
Economists call it pent up demand! The first day of legalized recreational marijuana sales in Michigan was a financial boon for three Ann Arbor shops – the only retailers licensed to sell recreational marijuana in the state. The three stores racked up total sales of $221,000. Not bad for the first day of business. http://www.abc12.com/
Green technology: 7-Eleven installs CBD vending machines
Planning a visit to Colorado? You may soon be able to buy your CBD products from vending machines at 7-Eleven stores. How more convenient can this get? Pull in, get some gas, a bag of ice and your favorite CBD items. The system has a sophisticated age and ID verification system but this is now …
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Marijuana State of the Union: Cannabis Laws in Every State
Though still illegal at the federal level, marijuana is now legal for recreational use in about a dozen states and for medical purposes in a whole lot more. But, do you know where each state stands with respect to cannabis? What you can or cannot do where? Here’s the state of play on a state …
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Surprise! Michigan adult-use cannabis sales begin Dec. 1
Michigan, the new frontier for recreational cannabis? Michigan state regulators recently approved the movement of pre-existing medical marijuana products into a newly licensed recreational supply chain—allowing the sale of cannabis flower, extracts, and edibles as soon as Dec. 1.
Chicago Mayor Proposes Major Cannabis Policy Changes
Times are a-changing. The mayor of Chicago has proposed a plan to reduce penalties for unlawful cannabis possession and end the police policy of automatically impounding vehicles of drivers caught in possession. For example, the penalty for 1st time minor offenses will be reduced to a mere $50. Significantly, the new plan also includes training …
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