Japan could imprison cannabis users for up to 7 years under new laws
Recently revised Japanese cannabis and narcotics laws went into effect on Thursday and could land violators in prison for up to seven years. Source link
Texas woman arrested after 70 pounds of marijuana found in suitcases bound for London
U.S. border officials say they recently have observed a continuing trend of U.S.-based growers and retailers shipping marijuana to Europe and Africa. Authorities say marijuana…
Florida measures to protect abortion rights, legalize marijuana fail
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Florida voters rejected ballot measures Tuesday to protect abortion rights and legalize marijuana, handing victories to Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis, who…
EU rules police can access cell data for minor crimes
1 of 3 | Police in European Union countries may access the phones and data of people not accused of committing serious crimes, the EU…
Illinois high court says odor of ‘burnt’ marijuana not probable cause to search cars
Thursday's ruling by the the Illinois Supreme Court affects two separate cases: People vs. Redmond and People vs. Molina, both of which involved police searches…
Trump backs ballot amendment to legalize recreational marijuana in Fla.
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump said Saturday he supports a Florida sate ballot initiative that would legalize recreational marijuana use. File Photo by Bill Greenblatt/UPI…
North Dakota voters to decide on legalizing recreational marijuana
If approved by a majority of North Dakota voters, a measure would allow the production, processing and sale of marijuana, in addition to the possession…
On Tuesday, Ohio residents can buy recreational marijuana at 98 dispensaries statewide
1 of 3 | On Tuesday, adults at least 21-years-old will have the option to begin buying marijuana without the need for a medical card…
Thailand to legislate medical marijuana, signals no re-criminalising
Thailand will work towards legislating marijuana for medical use, a deputy prime minister said Tuesday, signalling a U-turn on plans to re-criminalise the plant and…
Legal marijuana could be a $5-billion boon to California’s economy
Reporting from Sacramento — California is on the verge of creating a legal market for marijuana worth more than $5 billion that will help make the…
A California marijuana crackdown could hurt CBD patients
You may have heard the extraordinary story of Charlotte Figi, the little Colorado girl who was dying from unrelenting, violent seizures until her parents decided…
Biden’s big move on marijuana: Will voters give him credit?
WASHINGTON — For the past decade, a huge gap has separated the marijuana policies Americans want from the ones the federal government enforces. Few issues exist…
US to reclassify marijuana as less dangerous drug in historic shift | Drugs News
Shares of cannabis companies surge as much as 80 percent after move to classify drug as schedule three substance. The United States has moved to…
DEA to ease restrictions on marijuana, reclassify it as low-risk substance, sources say
1 of 5 | A worker pushes a row of cannabis plants in a grow room at the Beleaf Medical Growing Facility in Earth City,…
Kardashian, VP Harris discuss criminal justice reform
1 of 2 | Vice President Kamala Harris attends an event with Kim Kardashian on Second Chance Month in the Roosevelt Room of the White…
North Carolina medical marijuana sales begin at Cherokee store
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Florida high court approves November ballot questions on abortion, adult-use marijuana
1 of 3 | Abortion rights supporters rally at Orlando City Hall before marching through the streets of downtown Orlando in May 2022. File Photo…
Biden is racing to shift marijuana policy ahead of election
WASHINGTON — Vice President Kamala Harris looked up from prepared remarks in the White House’s ornate Roosevelt Room this month to make sure the reporters in…
After nearly 17-year battle over medical marijuana dispensary, Charles Lynch reaches a deal with prosecutors
Charles Lynch waited in federal court Thursday — yet another day in a nearly 17-year battle over his former medical marijuana dispensary — surrounded by…
One state has a shortage of marijuana. Its neighbor had too much. What to do?
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMN BusinessAuthor of the article:The Associated Press Pat Eaton-robb And Michael HillPublished Feb 06, 2024 • 3 minute read Article contentHARTFORD, Conn. (AP)…