Feds Raid 5 Locations in Oakland County, Detroit in Marijuana Crackdown
Federal agents raided at least five properties in Oakland County and Detroit this morning.
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Germany Plans to Legalize Medical Marijuana
The German health ministry has announced plans to legalize medical use of marijuana, prompting praise from advocates for patients with chronic pain and terminal illnesses.
Poland Edges Toward Drug Decriminalization
In the Polish Sejm (parliament) last Friday, members voted to amend their draconian, decade-old drug laws. The move is designed to draw a distinction between users and dealers, and could result in no charges being filed against users, but slightly stiffer penalties for dealers and people holding large quantities of dope.
Medical Marijuana Rules Finalized in Arizona, Washington, DC
Regulations have been finalized to allow for the sanctioned-use and dispensing of medical cannabis in two more regions of the country: Arizona and in the nation's capitol, Washington, DC.
Medical Marijuana Bill Moves Forward in Maryland
Frederick County Sen. David Brinkley may succeed this year in his nine-year quest to reduce criminal penalties for medical marijuana use.
Most California Voters Say Possessing Small Amount of Illegal Drugs Should Be Misdemeanor, Not Felony
A strong majority of California voters believe the penalty for possession of a small amount of an illegal drug for personal use should be reduced from a felony to a misdemeanor, according to a poll released Monday by organizations seeking to relax drug laws.
Thousands in Mexico Take to Street to Protest Drug War — We Need to Do the Same Here
Thousands came out yesterday across Mexico to protest the drug war. The protests were led by journalist and poet Javier Sicilia, whose son was killed last week in drug prohibition-related violence.
How a Big US Bank Laundered Billions from Mexico’s Murderous Drug Gangs
As the violence spread, billions of dollars of cartel cash began to seep into the global financial system. But a special investigation by the Observer reveals how the increasingly frantic warnings of one London whistleblower were ignored.
Michigan Doctor Could Sit in Jail While She Waits To Face Federal Drug Charges
In June, Dr. Ruth A. Buck was indicted on three counts of unlawfully distributing controlled substances, a 20-year felony. Now, federal attorneys allege she violated federal law by operating a med-pot clinic and have asked a judge to revoke her bond.
US Pot Insurance Has Canadian Growers Green With Envy
The growing medicinal marijuana business in the United States despite the drug's illegal status has many insurance firms seeing green — as in money.
