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Ontario Government Aims to Sell Cannabis for $10 a Gram
Gage Peake - Published on September 21, 2017Read moreThough $10 grams sounds sensible, the illicit cannabis market in Ontario right now is actually lower than the $10 price point.
There’s a 3 in 5 Chance That New Mexico’s Next Governor Will Back Legalization
Gage Peake - Published on September 20, 2017Read moreThings are looking up for cannabis advocates in New Mexico, as three of the five candidates in the gubernatorial race support cannabis legalization.
Peru Could Legalize Medical Marijuana This Year
Gage Peake - Published on September 20, 2017Read morePeru has taken the first step towards legalizing cannabis by approving a bill that would allow the production and importation of medical marijuana.
Las Vegas Officials Waiting for Denver to Act on Cannabis Lounges
The Associated Press - Published on September 20, 2017Read moreAfter you, Denver: Clark County leaders will wait until the Mile High City approves the nation’s first marijuana clubs.
Ontario Hypes Penalties for High Driving While Awaiting a Reliable Test
Dave Schmader - Published on September 19, 2017Read moreOntario’s harshest penalties for driving while high are reserved for young drivers, novice drivers, and commercial drivers.
Massachusetts Court: Roadside Drunk Driving Tests Not Valid for Cannabis
The Associated Press - Published on September 19, 2017Read moreMassachusetts’ highest court ruled Tuesday that field sobriety tests typically used in drunken-driving cases cannot be treated as conclusive evidence that a motorist was operating under the influence of marijuana.
Oregon Update: Cannabis Audit Coming—and Jeff Sessions, too
Gage Peake - Published on September 19, 2017Read moreUnited States Attorney General Jeff Sessions is scheduled to speak with law enforcement officials in Portland, OR, on Tuesday afternoon.
Community Reeling After Washington Budtender Found Deceased
Lisa Rough - Published on September 18, 2017Read moreThe budtender abducted from an Eastern Washington dispensary has been found deceased after a days-long search.
Detroit Voters Will Have Say in Cannabis Regulations
Gage Peake - Published on September 18, 2017Read moreDetroit voters will have an opportunity to weigh in on the region’s cannabis industry on Nov. 7, when newly proposed regulations appear on the local ballot.
‘It’s Impossible’: Canadian Police Challenge Legalization Deadline
Randi Druzin - Published on September 18, 2017Read moreLaw enforcement officials across the country say they need more time to teach police officers how to enforce the new laws.