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Georgia
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Georgia Accepting Applications for Medical Cannabis Production
The process for getting licensed will be competitive.
November 27, 2020
The Deep South’s Gradual Evolution on Cannabis
Even in the historically conservative Deep South, cannabis reform is possible—and happening now.
June 29, 2020
Georgia Lawmakers Pushing Bill to Essentially Re-Criminalize Hemp
Hemp is potentially backsliding in Georgia.
February 20, 2020
Georgia’s New Medical Cannabis Program Hits A Standstill After Just Six Months
Without a commission in place, Georgia's would-be medical cannabis patients are left without access.
October 22, 2019
University Researchers To Study Effects of Medical Cannabis On Chronic Pain
The project will be subsidized by a $3.5 million grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse, which is a branch of the National Institutes of Health.
October 9, 2019
After Senate Tussle, Georgia Governor Set To Sign Marijuana Production Bill
It looks like the state’s medical marijuana patients will finally have a legal way to buy their medicine.
April 15, 2019
Georgia Senate Votes in Favor of Medical Marijuana Access Bill
This new bill would help patients in Georgia access the medicine they need.
March 29, 2019
Subjects of Mass Weed Arrest Sue Over Violation of Constitutional Rights
The lawsuit claims that they were arrested without just cause and treated inhumanely once in police custody.
March 11, 2019
Georgia House Passes Bill to Allow Manufacture, Sale of Medical Cannabis Oil
The bill will now move on to the Senate, putting patients one step closer to medical cannabis access.
March 6, 2019
Georgia Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Allow Growth, Sale of Medical Marijuana
Currently, there are no provisions to allow the cultivation or sale of medical cannabis.
February 14, 2019
Woman Arrested For Allegedly Feeding Dog Meth, Weed-Laced Milkshake
It's unclear why exactly she fed the dog a meth- and weed-laced milkshake.
January 23, 2019
Rapper Ty Dolla $ign Busted for Weed and Coke in Georgia
The rapper found himself in hot water Wednesday evening.
September 6, 2018
Wrigley Gum Heir Becomes Chairman of Medical Marijuana Company
Billionaire chewing gum heir William H. Wrigley Jr. II has been named the chairman of the board of Surterra Wellness.
August 6, 2018
Georgia Quietly Becomes the Latest Country to Legalize Cannabis Use
Georgia's Constitutional Court has ruled that cannabis consumption is not a threat to public health and safety.
July 30, 2018
Georgia Parents Regain Custody of Son After Treating His Epilepsy with Cannabis
A Georgia boy suffering from severe epilepsy is back at home today, but he's barred from using the smokeable cannabis that stopped his seizures for 71 days.
July 2, 2018
Rapper Jim Jones Arrested for Marijuana, Firearm Possession
After a high speed car chase, NYC rapper Jim Jones was arrested for marijuana, firearm possession, and a few other charges.
June 22, 2018
Atlanta Police Officer Arrested During $30K Drug Bust
Atlanta police remain unsure about the extent of the arrested officer's involvement.
June 18, 2018
All of the Obstacles To Marijuana Legalization in Georgia
Marijuana legalization in Georgia is moving slowly. But it is moving.
June 8, 2018
Parents Face Prison After Treating Their Son’s Seizures with Weed
This family is facing jail time for treating their son's seizures the only way that worked: with smokeable weed.
May 29, 2018
Georgia Adds Pain and PTSD as Conditions for Medical Marijuana
Medical marijuana is evolving in Georgia. Here's what became legal in the Peach State this week.
May 8, 2018