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cannabis convictions
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Kentucky Governor Exploring State Weed Pardons
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced on Thursday that his administration would explore issuing pardons for cannabis possession convictions.
October 14, 2022
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.
October 6, 2022
House Committee Approves Two Bills To Expunge, Seal Pot Records
Bills passed out of House committee on bipartisan vote.
September 23, 2022
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.
September 8, 2022
Pennsylvania Announces Program to Pardon Thousands of Pot Convictions
Those interested in pursuing a pardon in Pennsylvania may apply throughout September.
September 6, 2022
Cannabis Conviction Expungement Clinics Coming to Buffalo, New York
Upcoming expungement clinics in Buffalo, New York will give those with convictions in Erie County the opportunity to clear their records of some past marijuana-related offenses.
August 22, 2022
Nevada Funds Investigation on Implementing Automatic Record Sealing for Cannabis Convictions
Code for America is helping the state of Nevada achieve automatic record sealing for cannabis-related crimes.
August 17, 2022
Biden Says He’s ‘Working On’ Bill To Release Cannabis Inmates
President Biden, returning to Washington after a trip to the Middle East, told reporters that no one “should be in prison for the use of marijuana.”
July 18, 2022
New Jersey Gives Licensing Priority to Convicted Offenders
New Jersey is allowing folks with prior cannabis convictions to receive priority when it comes to joining the industry.
June 24, 2022
New Yorkers Attempt to Clear Names for Plant That is Now Legal
Programs are in place to clear certain types of cannabis records in New York, but lawyers worry the state isn’t going far enough.
June 22, 2022