The California Supreme Court ruled on Monday that local governments can ban medical marijuana shops within their legal jurisdiction. The justices unanimously agreed that the voter-approved law legalizing medical marijuana and a similar measure approved by the state Legislature…
After the federal government’s large-scale crackdown on medical marijuana dispensaries throughout 2011 and 2012, the California Supreme Court will now revisit the issue to determine the legality of counties banning dispensaries.
Illinois could be the latest state to legalize medical marijuana. In past attempts, the bill’s passage was approved in the Illinois Senate, only to be stymied by members in the House…
While DEA officials have come out against the three 2012 state marijuana initiatives citing their “danger,” a new study casts doubt on their concerns.
The Los Angeles medical marijuana ban unanimously passed by the city council adds a layer of ambiguity to an already complicated drug policy in California.
The Los Angeles City Council voted unanimously last Tuesday to ban medical marijuana dispensaries within city limits. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa is expected to sign it into law, setting up a major battle as well as legal confusion.
Despite the continuous growth in the role of the federal government, marijuana policy is one area where federalism is thriving.
