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Ben Cohen of Ben & Jerry’s Launches Non-Profit Cannabis Co. Focused on Criminal Justice Reform
BEN’S BEST BLNZ or B3 is a non-profit cannabis company launched by Ben Cohen of Ben & Jerry’s with an advocacy edge.
Michigan Court Approves Medical Marijuana During Probation
Another state has ruled in favor of allowing people on probation to access their medication.
New Jersey Lawmakers Advance Revised Bill On Underage Cannabis Use
The "cleanup bill" aims to revise laws aimed at youths who get caught consuming or possessing cannabis.
Trump’s Final Clemency: Among Usual Suspects, Pot Prisoners
On Trump's final day of being President of the United States, he granted clemency to a handful of people serving absurd sentences for cannabis offenses.
Cook County Prosecutor Kim Foxx Calls For Expungement Of Convictions For Pot Sales
Cook County, Illinois may see further reforms in the criminal justice system.
New Poll Finds Majority of Americans In Favor of Expungement For Cannabis Crimes
More Americans than ever are supportive of expunging the records of those who have been convicted of cannabis-related crimes.
Colorado Governor Pardons Thousands Of Pot Convictions
Thousands of people are finally getting pardoned for low-level pot crimes.
Vermont Considers Expanding Cannabis Expungements
Vermont is looking to move forward in the realm of cannabis justice.
Disabled Veteran Sentenced to Prison Time in Alabama for Legally-Obtained Cannabis
Sean Worsley was initially stopped by the police for playing his music too loudly.
Racial Injustice Persists in Marijuana Arrests Despite Legalization, ACLU Reports
According to a new report from the ACLU, racial disparities in marijuana arrests in some states have gotten worse—not better—since legalization.