Last year, I attended an Expert Seminar in Amsterdam on Cannabis Regulation, EU Drug Law, Trade Rules, and the UN Drug Control Treaties. A central topic focused on advancing full cannabis legalization while complying with EU law and international Drug Treaties. During the discussion, Czechia presented its three-pillar approach to cannabis regulation: (1) decriminalization (in The post Global Cannabis Spotlight: The Czech Republic’s Psychomodulatory Substances Law appeared first on Harris Sliwoski LLP ..read more

As the U.S. cannabis community awaits the resumption of the DEA’s administrative law hearing on rescheduling marijuana later this month, this blog will take a glimpse at the ever-dynamic global landscape of cannabis policy. While some countries may expand, retract, or maintain the progress seen in 2024, much attention will focus on the key developments The post What to Expect for Global Cannabis Law Reform in 2025 appeared first on Harris Sliwoski LLP ..read more

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal has reinstated a civil rights lawsuit against Humboldt County, California, that challenges the county’s practices in imposing punitive daily fines. It is the first time a federal appellate court has weighed in on local government’s enforcement of code violations involving cannabis farms. The Court of Appeal decision The decision, The post Cannabis Code Enforcement Fines Must be Remedial, Not Punitive, Federal Court of Appeal Holds appeared first on Harris Sliwoski LLP ..read more

May the year ahead be rich with growth, success, and business and legal breakthroughs. Here’s to 2025— let’s make it groundbreaking! The post Happy New Year From Canna Law Blog! appeared first on Harris Sliwoski LLP ..read more

Cannabis concentrates have become a cornerstone of modern cannabis consumption, offering a potent, clean, and diverse way to experience cannabinoids and terpenes. These products, ranging from shatter to wax and live resin, are derived through sophisticated extraction methods that deliver enhanced flavors and intensities for consumers. For both seasoned cannabis users and industry professionals, understanding The post Cannabis Concentrates in Washington State: Production, Types, Techniques, and Legality appeared first on Harris Sliwoski LLP ..read more

The days of smoking cannabis out of apples is over. Smoking devices are readily accessible in tobacco shops and cannabis retailers, and their production and sale are big business. Creative shapes and sizes impress and create unique smoking experiences. However, as states across the U.S. continue to legalize cannabis for medical and recreational use, the The post Cannabis Paraphernalia: Protecting Your Brand Amid Federal Prohibition appeared first on Harris Sliwoski LLP ..read more

Wishing all of our readers, along with friends and families, the very best this holiday season. Whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, Winter Solstice, Festivus, or something else, we hope you can kick back and enjoy this wonderful time of the year. The post Happy Holidays from The Canna Law Blog appeared first on Harris Sliwoski LLP ..read more

Welcome the ninth annual “State of the State” post on Oregon cannabis. I feel like an old man. As compared to 2023, things this year were pretty mellow. That’s not to say, however, that we don’t have trends, intrigues, controversies, mysteries, etc., worth writing about. Let’s dive right in. Sales and market data According to The post Oregon Cannabis: State of the State (2024) appeared first on Harris Sliwoski LLP ..read more

Yesterday, in the grand American tradition of bungled, cannabis social equity programs, the Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) canceled its social equity applicant lottery. In its announcement, OCM pivoted to an early 2025 lottery combining social equity and general applicants. This development was no real surprise, following a court order delaying the preapproval lottery The post Minnesota Drops the Social Equity License Lottery appeared first on Harris Sliwoski LLP ..read more

As a mediator specializing in cannabis-related conflicts, I’ve witnessed firsthand the increasing need for Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in this rapidly evolving industry. With three-quarters of Americans now living in states where recreational or medical marijuana use is legal, the landscape of potential disputes has expanded dramatically. Currently, 24 states and the District of Columbia The post ADR’s Vital Role in Cannabis Industry Disputes appeared first on Harris Sliwoski LLP ..read more