Florida voters could decide as soon as next year if they want to legalize marijuana for recreational use. But Florida's attorney general is already indicating she will oppose it in papers filed with the state Supreme Court. Florida is one of 15 states that allow medical marijuana but not recreational marijuana. Twenty-three states and Washington, D.C., permit the personal use … [Read more...] about Recreational marijuana legalization getting closer to Florida ballot
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Florida Lawmakers Pass Cannabis Telehealth Bill
Florida lawmakers passed legislation last week to allow medicinal cannabis patients to renew their medical marijuana recommendation with a physician via telehealth appointments. The measure, House Bill 387, was passed by the Florida House of Representatives on Thursday after the state Senate approved an amended version of the legislation earlier in the day. The bill, which also … [Read more...] about Florida Lawmakers Pass Cannabis Telehealth Bill
Green Thumb deal to sell medical marijuana at Florida gas stations on hold amid litigation
A novel deal unveiled more than five months ago by Green Thumb Industries (GTI) to lease space and open medical marijuana dispensaries adjacent to Circle K convenience stores in Florida has yet to win approval from state regulators and is now in litigation. The plan – which would allow motorists to pump gasoline at select Circle K convenience stores and purchase MMJ from an … [Read more...] about Green Thumb deal to sell medical marijuana at Florida gas stations on hold amid litigation
Florida recreational marijuana proposal tops 635,000 signatures
TALLAHASSEE - Supporters of a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow the recreational use of marijuana are moving closer to meeting a petition-signature requirement. The state Division of Elections website listed 635,961 valid signatures Tuesday, with 891,589 needed to put the proposal on the 2024 ballot. The political committee Smart & Safe Florida is leading … [Read more...] about Florida recreational marijuana proposal tops 635,000 signatures
Florida beachgoer stumbles across 30-pound marijuana bale
A Florida beachgoer stumbled upon an illicit package over the weekend, according to the U.S. Border Patrol. Chief Patrol Agent Walter Slosar said a Good Samaritan discovered a “bale of marijuana” that washed ashore in Palm Beach. According to the Border Patrol, the package of marijuana weighed about 30 pounds. Federal agents promptly seized it. This isn’t the first time a … [Read more...] about Florida beachgoer stumbles across 30-pound marijuana bale
Pair caught driving to Tampa with 75 pounds of marijuana on I-75, FHP says
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A traffic stop ended up turning into a massive drug bust for Florida Highway Patrol troopers, according to an incident report. The FHP report said a trooper was driving south on I-75 in Hernando County when he saw a Toyota Sienna following a semi-truck too closely. When the trooper tried to overtake the vehicle, the Sienna began to go over the 70-mph limit … [Read more...] about Pair caught driving to Tampa with 75 pounds of marijuana on I-75, FHP says
Medical marijuana event helps residents get cards and information
Medical marijuana is becoming more common as more laws are being passed to decriminalize marijuana and make medical use available. Nowadays, more clinics and dispensaries are popping up. Precious McCoy was one of the residents who attended a block party on Sunday, March 26, to help people get their marijuana cards. The event was held at Elaine’s Blessed Events Center at 1063 … [Read more...] about Medical marijuana event helps residents get cards and information
Teenage babysitter gave one-year-old marijuana joint in Pinellas County
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla.– Naledi Roberts, 17, babysat for her 16-year-old friend’s daughter. The child was a 1-year-old female. While she was watching the child on March 23, Roberts placed a lit marijuana cigarette in the child’s mouth. She made a video recording of the child smoking. According to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO), the video showed Roberts placing the … [Read more...] about Teenage babysitter gave one-year-old marijuana joint in Pinellas County
Green Dragon Adds Six Additional Medical Cannabis Dispensaries in Florida and Launches Flower from New Grow
JACKSONVILLE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Green Dragon, a subsidiary of multi-state cannabis operator Eaze Technologies Inc., announced the opening of six new Florida medical cannabis dispensaries in Jacksonville, St. Petersburg, Madison, South Pasadena, Orange City, and Orlando. Green Dragon will have 28 medical marijuana dispensaries across the state, continuing its expansion in … [Read more...] about Green Dragon Adds Six Additional Medical Cannabis Dispensaries in Florida and Launches Flower from New Grow
Telehealth Medical Cannabis Prescriptions Could Be Coming to Florida Under New Bill
Discreet prescription refills via telehealth visits are already the norm for medications like hair loss and erectile dysfunction medication for men, which is easier to do when it’s not in-person. The same methods could be used to be discreet and quietly get prescriptions for medical cannabis under a new Florida bill. House Bill 387 is sponsored by Spencer Roach (R-North Fort … [Read more...] about Telehealth Medical Cannabis Prescriptions Could Be Coming to Florida Under New Bill
