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Japan Remains an Outlier as Global Acceptance of Cannabis Grows Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2023 A new ban on a marijuana alternative illustrates how Japan is tightening its grip on recreational drug use. For one very particular niche of Japan’s economy, the first Saturday of December marked a black spot on the calendar: It was the first day of

Switzerland Establishes Europe’s Most Advanced Legal Adult-Use Cannabis Trial Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2023 Switzerland's Cannabis Pilot Project Advances as Sales Begin in Two More Approved Studies. Switzerland’s pioneering cannabis pilot project has developed into Europe’s most advanced and accessible adult-use framework throughout 2023. Si

Police suspend many licences after drivers test positive for THC Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2023 Impaired driving due to cannabis is a growing concern for police in Saskatchewan. A two-day traffic blitz in east-central Saskatchewan this month saw police suspend 22 licences after drivers tested positive for THC. Police with Combined Traffic Ser

Lawmakers may revisit issue of drivers smelling of Marijuana Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2023 Maryland Republicans Seek Reversal of Marijuana Odor Law, Citing Concerns about Impaired Driving and Crime. When leaving a meeting at Prince George’s Community College on the night of Dec. 12, the Rev. Robert L. Screen and his wife were shocked when a

Alberta to Allow Cannabis Retails to Sell Products at Trade Shows and Festivals Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2023 Alberta Eases Cannabis Retail Regulations, Allowing Temporary Sales at Events and Festivals. The Canadian province of Alberta has announced plans to implement a swathe of changes to its retail cannabis regulations, including giving p

Florida not ready for Recreational Weed’s effects on traffic crashes, panel says Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2023 Panel Urges Safety Measures for Possible Marijuana Legalization in Florida, Focusing on Impaired Driving and Traffic Safety. If Florida voters get the opportunity to legalize recreational marijuana use next fall, the state will need

Cannabis, cash and fake gun seized in police raids Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2023 Three men have been arrested after a large cannabis farm was uncovered alongside £6,000 cash and an imitation firearm. Police made the discovery after searches at two addresses in Leigh, Greater Manchester, on Tuesday. Two men, aged 21 and 24, were arrested on s

About 7,000 Adult-Use Cannabis Applications Estimated in New York Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2023 That high number also means there likely will be several thousand broken hearts. New York cannabis regulators probably took in about 7,000 business license applications for marijuana companies during its latest submission window, which closed on M

DeSantis’ Ties to Cannabis Industry Brought Into Question Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2023 A Florida State Senator has filed a proposal which would relieve the 280E tax burden on medical cannabis businesses. The news comes as CNN reports that Florida’s Governor and 2024 Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis was ‘courted by key figures

Cannabis Gift Guide for Christmas, Hanukkah, and More Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2023 Holidays are a sacred time of year when we gather with friends and loved ones to eat, share gifts, and make memories. If you’d like to take your holidays higher, we have the perfect cannabis gift guide to elevate the festivities. In the immortal words of Otto

Italian MJ Reform Campaign Gains Nearly Half of Needed Signatures in One Week Image Cannabis NewsDecember 19, 2023 Advocates behind a renewed cannabis reform measure in Italy announced that in just one week it has nearly met half of the signatures required to place the issue before the parliament. As Germany looks ahead to potentially legalize adul

Netherlands Undergoing Trial Period with Cannabis Legalization Image Cannabis NewsDecember 19, 2023 The Netherlands has decided to undergo a trial period regarding cannabis legalization in two Dutch cities. If the trial goes well, cannabis legalization may become fully enacted throughout the entire country. Ernst Kuipers, Netherlands health ministe

2 Bills Aim to Close Legal Loophole on Delta-8 and other Cannabinoids Image Cannabis NewsDecember 19, 2023 The sponsors say it's about safety, but others say it's about limiting competition. Unregulated cannabis products would no longer be found in gas stations or convenience store shelves if two Missouri legislators get their way next session. Sta

Can you get legal Pot as a Christmas gift? Image Cannabis NewsDecember 19, 2023 Let’s say a friend or family member who lives in California gives you an ounce of marijuana for a holiday present. It is legal there to buy weed and to give it as a gift, a fairly expensive one, by the way. Green Flower News says an ounce can cost anywhere from $160 to

Easing Marijuana possession expungement under consideration now that pot is legal in Ohio Image Cannabis NewsDecember 19, 2023 Owning and using marijuana has been legal in Ohio for nearly two weeks. Now, those convicted of minor possession violations in the past are left wondering what will happen to their criminal records? Ohio residents convicted

Landmark Bill Allowing Medical Cannabis to Be Sold in Pharmacies Quashed by DEA in Georgia Image Cannabis NewsDecember 19, 2023 Georgia’s ambitious plans to become the first US state to allow general pharmacies to dispense medical cannabis have been quashed by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). In October, Business of Cannabis reported that the Geo

DEA warns Georgia to stop plans to let pharmacies sell Medical Marijuana Image Cannabis NewsDecember 19, 2023 DEA Warns Georgia Against Offering Medical Marijuana at Independent Pharmacies, Citing Federal Law Violation. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is warning Georgia not to go ahead with a plan to become the first state in the nation to

DeSantis promised to 'drain the swamp' in Florida Image Cannabis NewsDecember 19, 2023 DeSantis Under Investigation: CNN Exposes Governor's Alleged Connections and Controversies with the Marijuana Industry. As Ron DeSantis seeks to cut into Donald Trump’s double-digit lead in the Republican presidential race, the Florida governor has criticized the