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The Criminalization of Legal Cannabis Consumption

Veriheal

Despite his legal consumption and the passing of several days between his consumption and being pulled over—meaning there was no risk of him still being intoxicated—he was still technically breaking the law in Pennsylvania. However, we must quit assuming that cannabis consumption automatically equals intoxication or impairment.

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Regarding COVID-19, A Message to the NORML Family from the Executive Director

NORML

During this trying time, we must come together to protect this community, as well as the health and safety of others. However, while we are living through the current pandemic we should all be more mindful of our day-to-day consumption practices, and how the choices we make impact not only ourselves, but also those we care about.

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Riding the Green Wave: Companies Wave Goodbye to Pre-Employment Cannabis Testing

Veriheal

At that time, illicit substances were perceived as a significant threat to both workplace productivity and safety. Hollywood films, influential celebrities, and even some mainstream media have portrayed cannabis in a more positive or neutral light, removing associated negative connotations.

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New- ANH-Intl Special Report: Is safety the new gremlin for CBD regulation?

Cannabis Law Report

We take a look at where CBD regulation might be going and whether we should be concerned about safety writes Rob Verkerk PhD, scientific and executive director, ANH-Intl. We take a look at where CBD regulation might be going and whether we should be concerned about safety. A new ‘problem’: safety. ? A new ‘problem’: safety.

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Another Professional Athlete Embraces Cannabis—But at a High Cost

Veriheal

Sadly, professional athletes are frequently punished for cannabis possession and consumption. The Phoenix Mercury told media sources, “We are aware of and closely monitoring the situation with Brittney Griner in Russia. Athletes Are No Strangers to Cannabis Arrests.

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What Does Cannabis Legalization Look Like in the UK?

Veriheal

Fortunately, many of the law enforcement officials in the UK recognize that cannabis consumption is most certainly a lesser crime and many stand against the harsh classification of the plant. . Despite that, the following punishments have been handed out for cannabis-related consumption or possession.

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Marijuana Breathalyzers: Could New Testing Methods Help Employers And Employees?

The Blunt Truth

If an employee goes to work high, that creates serious safety concerns. This idea is similar to the generally accepted idea that employers need not tolerate employees working while intoxicated from alcohol consumption, which is legal. Blood alcohol tests have generally been accepted to measure impairment from alcohol consumption.