Local lawmakers say federal pot legalization unlikely in near future Taunton Daily Gazette, on Sun, 03 Mar 2013 20:41:32 -0800 Also last month, Oregon Democrat Earl Blumenauer filed a House bill that would prevent the federal government from interfering in the 19 states that have legalized medical marijuana. His bill would allow states to legalize medical marijuana, ending the … http://www.tauntongazette.com/news/x2082704993/Local-lawmakers-say-federal-pot-legalization-unlikely-in-near-future Read more »
California Marijuana Legalization Backers Hope To … – Huffington Post http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/25/california-marijuana-legalization_n_2760513.html Feb 25, 2013 … SAN FRANCISCO — The push to legalize marijuana, both in its standard and non -psychoactive hemp forms, is alive and well in California. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/25/california-marijuana-legalization_n_2760513.html Related articles Marijuana Legalization Causes Explosive Growth In Indoor Gardening Industry – Trends & Research by ResponseLogic Poll: California Voters Support Marijuana Being Sold And Taxed Like Alcohol Poll: Calif.... Read more »
How To Find A Marijuana Attorney A good marijuana lawyer in California isn’t hard to find, as long as you know where to look. You can never be too careful when it comes to legal situations, and you shouldn’t gamble with your freedom. While public defenders and generalized criminal defense firms might meet your needs, there are plenty of lawyers who specialize in this niche. Please note that residents outside... Read more »
California Cannabis Laws Marijuana laws in California span from state level statutes to municipal ordinances and regulations. California decriminalized the possession of 28.5 grams (1 ounce) or less of marijuana. H&S Code 11357b labels simple possession as an infraction; such non-criminal offenses are punishable by a fine not to exceed $100. Possession of more than an ounce qualifies as a misdemeanor, so offenders are subject to up to six months... Read more »
Enacted on November 5, 1996, Proposition 215, (also referred to as the Compassionate Act), allows for Californians (over 18 years of age) the legal right to use marijuana solely for medicinal purposes. California was the first state to use cannabis for this purpose. Now with a State of California Identification Card one can readily get marijuana and marijuana products (concentrates and edibles). A California Medical Marijuana Card is all that... Read more »