When Chase Cookson opened his email, he was disgusted by a peculiar ad in his inbox. “Don’t Miss Out!” the email, which was sent last month, said. “Two Prime Dispensaries in Missouri Up for Grabs.” Cookson, a college professor in St. Louis and a marijuana legalization activist, was struck by what he viewed as predatory behavior. A Michigan-based marijuana real estate company … [Read more...] about ‘Blatant profiteering’: Out-of-state company listed Missouri weed licenses for sale
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Missouri marijuana retailers challenging local taxes
In a growing legal fight that many predicted, two marijuana companies in Missouri are suing to overturn local taxes they argue are unconstitutional. Adult-use sales began in February in Missouri, where cannabis buyers pay a 6% state tax – one of the lowest rates in the United States. Additional municipal taxes of up to 3% are allowed if voters approve such a levy via a ballot … [Read more...] about Missouri marijuana retailers challenging local taxes
‘Joints for the Unhoused STL’ Wants to Give Weed to the Needy
Cannabis has become a billion-dollar industry in the months since Missouri legalized recreational marijuana. Dustin Chalfant wants to share the joy. Chalfant’s organization, Joints for the Unhoused STL, is on a mission to distribute free joints to St. Louis’ unhoused population. “We want them to know they’re loved, to know they’re seen and are special regardless of the … [Read more...] about ‘Joints for the Unhoused STL’ Wants to Give Weed to the Needy
NORML threatens court order against Missouri counties for marijuana law violations
COLUMBIA, Mo. — Members of a marijuana law watchdog group could seek a court order against several Missouri counties for failing to meet last Thursday’s deadline to expunge all misdemeanor marijuana cases. Members of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, also known as NORML, said the courts failed to comply with the Missouri Constitution. Missouri voters … [Read more...] about NORML threatens court order against Missouri counties for marijuana law violations
Marijuana legalization puts drug-sniffing police dogs out of work in Missouri
Now that cannabis is legal in Missouri, drug-sniffing police dogs face early retirement if they are attracted to the smell of marijuana. Because some police dogs are sensitive to the odor of pot, they can compromise an investigation and prevent a successful drug prosecution. If a dog is trained to detect marijuana as well as illegal drugs, it cannot separate them for a … [Read more...] about Marijuana legalization puts drug-sniffing police dogs out of work in Missouri
Missouri marijuana dispensaries experience ‘dramatic increase’ in out-of-state customers
Recreational marijuana has been legally available in the Show-Me State for almost three months and in Springfield dispensaries, sales remain steady. Operators say a driving factor in the consistently high demand has been an influx of out-of-state customers who cross the border to purchase Missouri marijuana. Flora Farms President Mark Hendren said "the numbers are pretty … [Read more...] about Missouri marijuana dispensaries experience ‘dramatic increase’ in out-of-state customers
Marijuana microbusinesses: What are they and how do they work?
Missourians voted to legalize recreational, adult-use marijuana in November. That constitutional amendment also established a framework for marijuana "microbusinesses" — business licenses intended to allow more "everyday folks" to participate in the state's growing marijuana industry. "Right now, the way I see it is these microbusinesses are effectively small businesses that … [Read more...] about Marijuana microbusinesses: What are they and how do they work?
Missouri Courts Expunge Over 7,500 Marijuana Records
Over 7,500 Missourians have had their marijuana criminal records expunged from public record after a constitutional amendment legalized recreational weed in Missouri. Last fall, voters approved Amendment 3, which not only legalized recreational cannabis in Missouri but kick-started a process to expunge criminal records related to nonviolent marijuana offenses that otherwise … [Read more...] about Missouri Courts Expunge Over 7,500 Marijuana Records
Recreational marijuana on the ballot in these states this November
(NEXSTAR) – The ever-growing list of states where people can legally buy recreational marijuana could get a little longer this fall. Recreational marijuana is already legal in 19 states, and legalization proposals are on the ballot this fall in South Dakota, North Dakota, Arkansas, Missouri and Maryland. An Oklahoma group succeeded in getting the required signatures necessary … [Read more...] about Recreational marijuana on the ballot in these states this November
Missouri to start allowing people to apply for medical cannabis
This is bigger than one would think. Missouri is allowing for medical cannabis. You use to face serious prison sentences not that long ago for a single vape. This is a big jump in the right direction for the state. We wish them well and hope they open their eyes to what cannabis can be for them. Go Mizzou! -Dabbin' Dad Residents in Missouri soon will be able to … [Read more...] about Missouri to start allowing people to apply for medical cannabis