Nearly two dozen attorneys general from across the country wrote a letter to congressional leaders this week, urging them to enact legislation to federally regulate intoxicating hemp products. In the letter, the top law enforcement official from 21 states wrote that the legalization of hemp with the 2018 Farm Bill has resulted in “the proliferation of intoxicating hemp products … [Read more...] about State Attorneys General Ask Congress To Regulate Intoxicating Hemp Products
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LAPD investigating after body found in fire at ‘clandestine’ cannabis lab in Green Meadows
A deadly fire ripped through a Green Meadows industrial site in South Los Angeles early Saturday morning. Los Angeles police are investigating an explosive and deadly fire at a Green Meadows industrial site early Saturday after a body was recovered amid signs of an illegal cannabis operation, fire and police officials said. The body appeared to be that of a man, though … [Read more...] about LAPD investigating after body found in fire at ‘clandestine’ cannabis lab in Green Meadows
Life after legalization: California cannabis market still faces challenges
When California’s cannabis shops opened their doors six years ago, they inaugurated the world’s largest market for legalized recreational marijuana. This historic step would transform the state, predicted supporters and opponents. Californians would get justice and gobs of money — or fall victim to reefer madness. What’s life like after legalization? Pretty chill. The … [Read more...] about Life after legalization: California cannabis market still faces challenges
He opened a medical pot dispensary in California. The feds spent 16 years prosecuting him
Charles Lynch stands outside the U.S. Courthouse in downtown Los Angeles on July 25, 2008. For nearly 17 years, the federal government has been after Charles Lynch for running a medical marijuana dispensary. Prosecutors refused to drop their criminal case against him even as marijuana became fully legal in California and 23 other states. They refused to let it go when Congress … [Read more...] about He opened a medical pot dispensary in California. The feds spent 16 years prosecuting him
California Woman Who Stabbed Lover Over 100 Times Won’t Go To Jail. Here’s Why
California: A California woman who was convicted of stabbing her boyfriend 108 times was let go of by a judge. The court ruled that she was in a "cannabis-induced psychosis" and "had no control over her actions" when she stabbed her boyfriend, US media reported. Bryn Spejcher, 32, stabbed Chad O'Melia during a drug-induced psychotic episode in 2018 and was found guilty of … [Read more...] about California Woman Who Stabbed Lover Over 100 Times Won’t Go To Jail. Here’s Why
Live music, food and cannabis? Bill could expand California’s marijuana industry
LOS ANGELES — A cannabis dispensary in Westwood has big plans to one day offer cannabis, coffee, food and live music all in one place. Dani Shaker, managing partner of Goat Global Enterprises, says current cannabis-licensing regulations from the state and the city of Los Angeles prevent the company from doing just that, as a singular business. So, Goat Global Enterprises is … [Read more...] about Live music, food and cannabis? Bill could expand California’s marijuana industry
California Agency Announces Illegal Cannabis Seizure Data from 2023
On Jan. 16, the California Unified Cannabis Enforcement Taskforce (UCETF) released its first annual report of money, illegal cannabis plants/products, and firearms obtained in its seizure operations last year. In total for 2023, which was the UCETF’s first full year of operation, the task force stated that it has seized more than $312 million in illegal cannabis. Additionally, … [Read more...] about California Agency Announces Illegal Cannabis Seizure Data from 2023
Over 500 pounds of unlicensed cannabis seized in raid at garden supply in Fresno
FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — Over 500 pounds of unlicensed cannabis was seized Wednesday morning during a raid at a garden supply in Fresno. A search warrant was served at Gro More Garden Supply by the California Department of Cannabis Control on Clovis Avenue, just north of Clinton Avenue. The building included multiple suites as well as a rear warehouse. Multiple law … [Read more...] about Over 500 pounds of unlicensed cannabis seized in raid at garden supply in Fresno
Bill to Create Cannabis Cafes in California Reintroduced
Sacramento – San Francisco Assemblymember Matt Haney has reintroduced his popular bill to create Cannabis Cafes in California. Assembly Bill 1775 empowers cities to choose to allow Amsterdam-style Cannabis Cafes where Californians can enjoy food, coffee, and entertainment while consuming cannabis. Last year the bill sailed through both the Assembly and Senate with broad … [Read more...] about Bill to Create Cannabis Cafes in California Reintroduced
California Lawmaker Reintroduces Cannabis Café Legislation
A California lawmaker reintroduced legislation Jan. 3 to establish cannabis cafés in the Golden State after Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a similar proposal last year. Assemblyman Matt Haney of San Francisco filed Assembly Bill 1775 to legalize businesses where customers can enjoy food, nonalcoholic beverages and entertainment alongside cannabis. Current law permits customers to … [Read more...] about California Lawmaker Reintroduces Cannabis Café Legislation
