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Navigating the Highs and Lows: Exploring the Intersection of Cannabis and Crypto

The intersection of cannabis and crypto is a fascinating and complex topic. As the cannabis industry continues to grow and evolve, it has increasingly begun to adopt cryptocurrencies as a means of payment and financial transactions. At the same time, the regulatory landscape surrounding both cannabis and crypto is constantly changing, which can create challenges …

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“California Cannabis Regulatory Primer – What You Need to Know”

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As the cannabis industry continues to grow and evolve in California, the state has implemented a series of updates to its cannabis regulations. These changes are designed to provide greater clarity and support for cannabis businesses, while also ensuring the safety and quality of cannabis products for consumers. One of the major changes …

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California New Licensing Opportunities

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Cannabis Wins Big During 2020 Elections The California cannabis industry had quite a successful day at the voting booth in 2020. In addition to five states passing cannabis legalization measures, 31 municipalities within the State of California approved cannabis measures during this year’s elections. While a number of the …

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The Current State of Florida Hemp CBD Laws

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With the laws constantly changing regarding hemp & CBD, it’s important that you know where you stand! The 2018 Farm Bill legalized hemp by separating it from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act. This has led to a variety of different legislative and regulatory changes at the state level. Most states have …

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Florida Cannabis Business License Update

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Are there big changes on the way for Florida’s cannabis industry, or will big business win out? There have been some big changes in the Florida Cannabis industry of late. A Florida court has ruled that vertical integration was ‘unconstitutional.’ In a press conference, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that he believed that the way vertical …

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Florida Cannabis Law Update

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As laws change and vary from county to county, it’s important that you’re up to date with the current Florida cannabis laws and regulations. Laws governing cannabis are constantly changing across Florida. One county may choose to exercise how they enforce these laws entirely differently than a neighboring county. Before you make a decision regarding …

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California Hemp Update

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Federal Law The 2018 federal “Farm Bill” removes hemp from the grips of the Controlled Substances Act. The bill redefines hemp as “parts of the cannabis plant containing 0.3% or less THC.” Since President Trump signed the bill into law, the industry continues to rapidly expand. California Law The California Department of Food & …

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Los Angeles Begins Dispensary Licensing

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APPLICATIONS DUE SEPTEMBER 3RD 2019 Los Angeles will begin licensing cannabis retail businesses as part of the Phase 3 licensing process. This represents the first opportunity for new operators to apply for cannabis business licensees in Los Angeles. Phase three offers the opportunity to obtain both storefront retail and delivery licenses. Initially,100 storefront retail licenses …

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Koussevitzky Law Seminar in San Francisco

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Picking THE right partners Andrew Koussevitzky of Koussevitzky Law is excited to bring the “Picking The Right Partners” seminar to The Americanna Dream Festival in San Francisco. The seminar will take place at the legendary Cow Palace on May 18th, 2019. (time TBD) This is Andrew’s second time speaking at the Cow Palace. He last …

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The Legal History of Marijuana in California

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The Early Days California is called the “Green State” due to its long history with marijuana which spans over a century. The Poison and Pharmacy Act of 1907 prohibited the use of opium, cocaine, and morphine without a doctor’s prescription. In 1913, an addendum was made which included marijuana on the list of controlled substances …

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