Arizona's top federal prosecutor launched a pre-emptive strike against the state's medical-marijuana industry Monday, warning prospective pot growers and sellers that they could be prosecuted under federal drug-trafficking laws.
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The U.S. attorney for Colorado warned state lawmakers Tuesday that pending legislation adjusting rules for medical marijuana would conflict with federal law and could lead to federal prosecutions.
U.S. Attorney Melinda Haag sent the city of Oakland a strong message Wednesday: big industrial pot farms are illegal and the Department of Justice is considering “civil and criminal legal remedies” if Oakland proceeds with its plans to permit them.
This is more than a campaign for one man in prison. This is a campaign for all those who have had their freedom taken away for a plant that brings relief and treatment to millions.
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In a little-publicized memo, the US federal government has indicated that the gloves are off with regards to medical marijuana dispensaries, "regardless of state laws."