Montel Williams’ Drug Paraphernalia Charges Dropped
Sometimes a pipe really is just a pipe. And in Montel Williams' case, that's a good thing.
Ontario Judge Rules Canada’s Marijuana Laws Unconstitutional
CANNABIS CULTURE - In a case with wide-ranging implications, an Ontario Superior Court judge struck down Canada's laws prohibiting the possession and production of marijuana on Tuesday, giving the federal government 90 days to fix the country's medical marijuana program before the ruling comes into effect and effectively legalizes cannabis.
A Visit by the Grand Inquisitor Himself on The Eve of An Election Call
My prison conditions are a good measuring stick of Canada’s descent into this new Conservatism. Political leaders always tell us we should judge them by their actions. This is because what a political leader does, what a government does, is a reflection of the leader’s principles, character and beliefs.
Drug Cartels Seek to Exploit Corrupt Federal Agents
It's not clear when Louis Enrique Ramirez took his first bribe. In the summer of 2005, the former customs inspector apparently began cutting deals with smugglers to allow undocumented immigrants as well as the occasional load of drugs across the Southwest border from Mexico into Texas. During the next three and a half years, U.S. investigators believe Ramirez pocketed $500,000 to provide safe passage for illegal immigrants and cocaine.
Now That’s Higher Learning: Maine Pothead Launches Marijuana State University For Pot Growers
A Maine pothead has launched an academic institution based solely on the fine art of growing high-grade marijuana.
Study Shows Growing Trend in Ecstasy, Marijuana Use Among Teens
The 22nd annual Partnership Aptitude Tracking Study recorded a 67-percent jump from 2008 to 2010 in the number of teens who reported using ecstasy.
Colorado House Rejects First-Ever Marijuana Investment Fund
The nation's first proposed state-backed investment bank for the marijuana business failed Tuesday after a fiery debate in the Colorado House.
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.
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.
