February 21 2018 in Legal Blog, Marijuana Charges, Medical Marijuana, Recreational Marijuana
Cannabis may be legal in California, but driving under the influence of the plant is a crime under Section 23152(f) of the California Vehicle Code. The problem is, California does not have a reliable method for determining cannabis impairment. The root cause being that cannabis impairment is highly ...
February 7 2018 in Legal Blog, Marijuana Charges, Medical Marijuana, Recreational Marijuana
In January 2018, California issued its first adult use cannabis retail licenses, effectively launching the state's recreational cannabis industry. Anyone who is at least 21 years of age can legally purchase cannabis from a licensed adult use retailer. Veteran smokers can finally enjoy their hobby le...
January 12 2018 in Criminal Defense, Legal Blog, Marijuana Charges, Recreational Marijuana
As of January 1, 2018, recreational marijuana is legal in California, making it the largest state to legalize recreational cannabis use thus far. However, since the law only passed with a 57 percent majority, there still remains uncertainty and pushback from certain groups. The state has made it up ...
December 29 2017 in Legal Blog, Marijuana Business, Marijuana Charges, Medical Marijuana
Everyone knows that cannabis is legal for both medical and recreational uses in California. However, questions abound about how to buy recreational cannabis, where to smoke it, or how to start a recreational cannabis business. The Adult Use of Marijuana Act, or AUMA, was the law originally authorizi...
September 29 2017 in Legal Blog, Marijuana Charges
If you are 21 years of age or older and are asking yourself "when will I be able to smoke recreational marijuana in California," the answer is now. Under Proposition 64, also known as the Adult Use of Marijuana Act, you may also grow up to six cannabis plants for recreational purposes, as well as po...
September 20 2017 in Case Results, Drug Crimes, Marijuana Charges
In California, possession of marijuana on a military base is a serious matter since it is strictly prohibited in military service. Not long ago, a woman was found with a small amount of marijuana while leaving a local military base and was charged with possession. This exposed her to some very signi...
September 6 2017 in Case Results, Drug Crimes, Marijuana Charges
Members of the military police recently pulled a man over on a public road near a local military base. During the stop, the officers found some marijuana and charged him with drug possession. With extensive experience dealing with drug cases throughout California, the man contacted attorney Jessica...
August 28 2017 in Legal Blog, Marijuana Business, Marijuana Charges, Medical Marijuana
In the state of California, there are various bills currently awaiting approval. The pending marijuana legislation will further the advancement of the legal use of marijuana for medical and recreational purposes and improve marijuana regulation for businesses and consumers. If you have questions ab...
June 16 2017 in Drug Crimes, DUI, Legal Blog, Marijuana Business, Marijuana Charges
An Oakland-based startup called Hound Labs is making waves with a portable device that can measure the presence of THC on your breath in parts per trillion. According to both field tests and controlled studies, this cannabis breathalyzer can accurately detect whether you’ve recently eaten or smoke...
May 19 2017 in Federal Marijuana Issues, Legal Blog, Marijuana Business, Marijuana Charges, Medical Marijuana
With the passage of Proposition 64, which legalized the adult use of recreational marijuana, California is set to become the nation’s largest legal cannabis market. Experts predict that the legal marijuana industry will eventually add $7 billion to California’s economy and generate $1 billion in...
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