Nevada Could Have Medical Marijuana Dispensaries
Medical marijuana dispensaries could be created throughout the state if a bill in the state senate passes.
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Pew Poll Finds Majority Support for Marijuana Legalization
For the first time since the Pew Research Center started polling on the question 40 years ago, it has found that a majority of Americans favor legalizing marijuana.
Brad Pitt Slams War on Drugs
Hollywood actor Brad Pitt has denounced America's controversial war on drugs, branding it a failure and a charade.
West Virginia House Of Delegates Denies Bill for Medical Marijuana
Medical marijuana patients in West Virginia cannot depend on legally using marijuana for relief, at least for another year.
Bigger Busts Mean Drug War is Failing
Bigger seizures are a sign of our defeat in the war on drugs. It's time for a better way.
Legal Protections Passed for Maryland Medical Marijuana Caregivers
The General Assembly has passed a law that allows caregivers of patients who use medical marijuana to possess up to an ounce of pot without being convicted of a crime.
Marijuana Possession Now Decriminalized in Rhode Island
Rhode Island became the 14th state to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of marijuana Monday as a law passed last year went into effect. As of now, it is no longer a criminal offense to possess up to an ounce of pot.
New Michigan Laws Further Restrict Availability of Medical Marijuana
New laws in Michigan that took effect Monday requires doctors who recommend medical marijuana to conduct a full patient examination, complete with an face-to-face evaluation, a review of the person’s medical history, other prescription medications and a follow-up visit to ensure the drug is working.
Kentucky Legislature Passes Industrial Hemp Bill
The Kentucky legislature approved an industrial hemp bill Wednesday in the final hour of the session, but only after last-minute negotiations brought it back from the dead. Whether Gov. Steve Beshear (D) will sign it remains to be seen.
Nevada Senate Bill Paves Way For Medical Marijuana Shops
Thirteen years after Nevada voters legalized medicinal marijuana in the state constitution, they may finally get access to the drug.
