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Rough Riders: 6 Positive Takeaways from Legalization
As f'd up as this industry is, it's important to remind ourselves that it could be worse.
October 20, 2023
Lawsuit Aims To Block Cops From Smoking Pot in New Jersey
Jersey City Public Safety Director James Shea is suing New Jersey and its Attorney General to block police officers from keeping their jobs if they smoke pot.
October 19, 2023
Inglewood Police Officer Sold Cocaine Taken from Evidence Locker
A former police officer who allegedly stole drugs out of the evidence lock-up and sold them to an informant is expected to accept a plea deal in lieu of a hefty prison sentence.
October 16, 2023
Portland, Maine ‘Deprioritizes’ Prosecution for Psilocybin
Officials in Maine’s largest city on Monday ushered in a new era in how local law enforcement treats psilocybin.
October 6, 2023
Two People Charged for Pot Every Hour, Every Day in Kentucky, Data Shows
Kentucky law enforcement officers continue to dish out the cannabis charges.
September 26, 2023
UN Report Calls for Drug Policies That Protect Human Rights, Reduce Harm
The United Nations says that the War on Drugs has “profound and far-reaching” impacts, and it’s time for member states to start implementing new policies.
September 25, 2023
Oklahoma Sheriff Auctions Off Seized Pot Farm
The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office in Oklahoma wants to sell a 19-acre pot farm that was seized by police.
August 23, 2023
South Dakota Police Commission Approves Officer Applicants with Cannabis Records
Two law enforcement officers seeking certification were recently forgiven for their past cannabis use.
July 17, 2023
Why We Hate Cops
The cannabis community and the police force have been at odds forever, and that’s not going to change until they do.
July 7, 2023
Catalonia Crackdown: Spanish Region Reins In Cannabis Industry
The raids in Catalonia were highlighted in a detailed piece published by Reuters.
June 30, 2023