Law & Crime

Federal medical marijuana protections could get short extension – Cannabis News

One benefit of a stopgap federal spending bill is the inclusion of a rider that bans the Justice Department from using funds to prevent medical marijuana states from implementing their laws.

Trump Is Marijuana’s Wildcard – Cannabis News

Since last Tuesday, we have seen a deluge of stories asking what federal pot policy is going to look like under President-elect Trump.

The Most Consequential Criminal Justice Policy Shift In A Generation For Latinos Is Prop 64 – Cannabis News

California’s Proposition 64, which decriminalizes marijuana and reinvests in the communities most impacted by racist drug policies, is arguably one of the most significant criminal justice policy shifts in a generation for Latinos.

Across America, efforts to decriminalize marijuana are pitting cities vs. states – Cannabis News

Local ordinances to decriminalize weed are catching hold, but not all are successful as their home states attempt to enforce far stricter laws.

US Military weighs mellower marijuana restrictions for recruits – Cannabis News

Washington (CNN) The military may not weed out recruits who used marijuana.

Canada: Flying with prescription pot? CATSA has finally clarified the rules

Passengers told to bring paperwork and be prepared to talk to the police.

Ex-DEA Agent: 'I See No Downsides to Marijuana Legalization'

Arizona’s cannabis-legalization measure, Proposition 205, has faced outspoken opposition from a number of forces.

California: Supporters of marijuana legalization initiative say it will end 'war on people of color' – Cannabis News

Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom and other elected leaders on Thursday called on California voters to legalize the recreational use of marijuana, saying the current laws are unfairly entangling minorities more than white users.

Are cops targeting plates from weed-friendly states? – Cannabis News

Even with half the nation having legalized medical marijuana, motorists from legalized states are still facing police scrutiny in states where the laws are otherwise.

Colorado Gives Marijuana Candy a New Look to Avoid Confusion – Cannabis News

DENVER (AP) -- Wondering if that brownie contains pot? Colorado has you covered.


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