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cannabis convictions
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Biden Mentions Freeing Prisoners with Cannabis Convictions in MLK Day Speech
President Joe Biden spoke at a Martin Luther King Jr. Day event where he discussed many topics, including civil rights, job growth, his infrastructure law, and pardons for federal cannabis convictions.
Connecticut Clears Nearly 43K Cannabis Convictions
The move fulfills provisions in Connecticut legislation to legalize adult-use cannabis.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom Pardons 10, Some Cannabis Convictions
Ten people received forms of clemency on old charges, some involving cannabis.
Connecticut Governor To Expunge Thousands of Cannabis Convictions
Connecticut legalized recreational pot last year.
Oregon Governor To Issue Nearly 50,000 Weed Pardons
Gov. Kathy Brown of Oregon issued more than 47,000 pardons for minor marijuana possession convictions on Monday, continuing her efforts to institute criminal justice reforms in the state.
Kentucky Governor Exploring State Weed Pardons
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced on Thursday that his administration would explore issuing pardons for cannabis possession convictions.
In Historic Move, Biden Announces He Will Pardon Thousands of Federal Cannabis Offenses
Biden will pardon thousands of people with federal offenses for simple cannabis possession and look at the classification of cannabis under Schedule 1.
House Committee Approves Two Bills To Expunge, Seal Pot Records
Bills passed out of House committee on bipartisan vote.
Brooklyn DA to Vacate Hundreds of Convictions Prosecuted With Help of Corrupt Cops
Brooklyn prosecutors are seeking dismissal of hundreds of convictions tied to dirty cops, including officers with a narcotics squad disgraced by a corruption scandal.
Pennsylvania Announces Program to Pardon Thousands of Pot Convictions
Those interested in pursuing a pardon in Pennsylvania may apply throughout September.