The Michigan Court of Appeals ruled that illegal marijuana growers in the state will face misdemeanor charges, even for large-scale operations, eliminating severe prison terms associated with older drug laws. While penalties for marijuana have been reduced, illegal growers may still face punishment for other crimes like tax evasion and seizure of their products. This ruling … [Read more...] about Cannabis Overload Concerns In Palm Springs, Michigan Marijuana Penalty Reduction, Latest Weed News
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Lobbyist gets 2 years in prison for Michigan marijuana bribery scheme
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (AP) — Two lobbyists were sentenced to federal prison Wednesday for conspiring to provide $42,000 in bribes to the head of a Michigan marijuana licensing board. Brian Pierce and Vincent Brown were partners and consultants for the state’s fledgling marijuana industry when Rick Johnson, formerly known as a powerful Republican lawmaker, led the board in … [Read more...] about Lobbyist gets 2 years in prison for Michigan marijuana bribery scheme
Michigan marijuana firm Skymint’s assets bought from receivership
Tropics LP has acquired most of the assets of Michigan cannabis company Skymint, which entered receivership this year after defaulting on a loan from Tropics. Tropics, which recently put in a $109.4 million stalking horse bid for Skymint, is owned by an affiliate of SunStream Bancorp, which is a joint venture involving Canadian cannabis company SNDL. The sale order will see … [Read more...] about Michigan marijuana firm Skymint’s assets bought from receivership
Kids as Young as Kindergarteners Will Be Allowed to Use Cannabis at School if Michigan Passes New Law
Proposed by Democratic representatives in the Michigan House, the legislation would legally allow students to consume edibles, beverages and other low-THC marijuana products on school premises or buses. The administration of these products would be overseen by a designated school staff member. Only students with clear written authorization detailing the timing and purpose, such … [Read more...] about Kids as Young as Kindergarteners Will Be Allowed to Use Cannabis at School if Michigan Passes New Law
Michigan K-12 students could take medical marijuana on school premises under new bill
(FOX 2) - Students enrolled at K-12 schools in Michigan would be allowed to take medical marijuana and CBD-infused products under new legislation introduced last week. The bill, introduced by Democratic representatives in the Michigan House last week, would make it legal for students to ingest edibles, beverages, and other products with low amounts of marijuana while on school … [Read more...] about Michigan K-12 students could take medical marijuana on school premises under new bill
Michigan cannabis regulator recalls certain edibles for exceeded amount of THC
(CBS DETROIT) - The Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency announced a company has voluntarily recalled some edible products because they exceeded the maximum amount of THC allowed, as well as packaging. According to the notice dated Sept. 27, SBCMI LLC, known as Shango, recalled Viola brand gummies from the following stores: Information Entopy (1115 S. Broadway St., Ann … [Read more...] about Michigan cannabis regulator recalls certain edibles for exceeded amount of THC
Flint university rolls out ‘history of cannabis’ course, students to get higher education
FLINT, Mich. - The University of Michigan - Flint is offering a new course this fall where students will learn about the past, present and future of one specific crop - marijuana. The course is titled "The History and Culture of Cannabis." This is the school's first class based on the plant. H/T: midmichigannow.com You can view the whole article at this link Flint university … [Read more...] about Flint university rolls out ‘history of cannabis’ course, students to get higher education
Workers at Ascend marijuana store in Michigan ratify Teamsters union contract
The contract covers 20-25 employees at the Ascend Cannabis store on Scribner Aven8e in Grand Rapids, Teamsters spokesperson Matt McQuaid told MJBizDaily after Friday’s announcement. “It is the second collective bargaining agreement in the Michigan cannabis industry that the Teamsters have ratified, and the first in the Western part of the state,” the Teamsters said in a news … [Read more...] about Workers at Ascend marijuana store in Michigan ratify Teamsters union contract
Wayne State creates new cannabis chemistry undergraduate certificate
With its legalization in Michigan, the state’s marijuana dispensary business has boomed, creating a growing need for the testing and regulation of cannabis. To address this need and prepare students for related job opportunities, in June the Wayne State University Board of Governors approved the establishment of a new undergraduate certificate in cannabis chemistry beginning in … [Read more...] about Wayne State creates new cannabis chemistry undergraduate certificate
Dimondale cannabis company Skymint to be auctioned off
Dimondale-based cannabis company Green Peak Industries which operates under the name Skymint is sinking quickly. Crain’s Detroit Business reports the company's assets will be auctioned off. That's after a third-party entity took control over it in March to make sure it’s paying down its debt. It turns out Skymint was not able to be saved. After a lender sued the company for … [Read more...] about Dimondale cannabis company Skymint to be auctioned off
