Oregon Cannabis: The OLCC License as Security

[ad_1] Can a creditor, landlord or other third party take a security interest in an OLCC license? Can an OLCC licensee collateralize or pledge its license– as if that license were personal property, and not just a permission conferred by the state? These are two sides of an academic question we’ve been batting around for years because it has serious, practical implications. The short answer is: “yes, an OLCC license can be collateralized.” Now, what…

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How Can You Incorporate Cannabis Products in Your Halloween Party?

[ad_1] Looking to add some extra spookiness to your Halloween party? Why not incorporate cannabis products into the mix? From spooky edibles to frightful tinctures, there are plenty of options to choose from. Whether you are a seasoned cannabis enthusiast or a curious newcomer, there is something for everyone to enjoy. But what about those who prefer to vape? Fear not, as there are plenty of options for those who want to indulge in their…

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California Gives Up on the Illegal Cannabis Market: An Update

[ad_1] At the beginning of the summer, I wrote a post entitled “California Gives Up on the Illegal Cannabis Market” in which I went into detail about the state’s failure to meaningfully address the festering illegal market. More recently, I wrote about “Another California Cannabis Enforcement Program That Won’t Work.” As the name suggests, this post was about yet another performative effort by the state to create an enforcement program that won’t be widely used and…

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Athletes Say Cannabis is Best for Exercise Recovery, Lactic Acid Build Up, and Muscle Repair According to New Study

[ad_1] New Research Reveals That Athletes Back Up Cannabis Use To Assist In Recovery   For athletes, proper rest and recovery is just as important for overall health and performance as training.   Athletes can benefit from both passive and active recovery. Aside from these, getting enough sleep is critical because lack of sleep can significantly affect your performance for several days. These practices work together to help athletes perform their best while ensuring they…

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Why Are Heavy Metals, Like Lead and Cadmium, Testing So High in Cannabis Users’ Blood and Urine?

[ad_1] In recent years, the growing acceptance and legalization of marijuana for recreational and medicinal use have spurred extensive research into its effects on health and well-being. Amid this evolving landscape, a noteworthy study has surfaced, shedding light on a pressing concern: heavy metal contamination in marijuana. This study, conducted by a dedicated team at Columbia University, has revealed unsettling data indicating that certain marijuana users may unwittingly expose themselves to heightened levels of heavy…

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More than 600% Increase in Cannabis Clinical Trials Since 2010

[ad_1] The number of clinical trials using cannabis-based medicines to treat patients with symptoms from a variety of conditions, including cancer, epilepsy, and autism spectrum disorder, has increased dramatically since 2010, a new report found. Analysis and findings have been published this week by Prohibition Partners in The Pharmaceutical Cannabis Report: 3rd Edition, in collaboration with Cannabiscientia, just hours before the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) sent a recommendation to the Drug Enforcement…

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California Cannabis Repeal? A Humboldt County Study

[ad_1] It’s no secret that the cannabis industry is on a steep decline in a variety of states, including California. We have time and again written about the specific woes plaguing the California cannabis industry. High taxes, a staggering credit crunch and collections problems, receiverships, rampant local prohibition, overregulation by the state, and the raging illegal market are just a few. Now, queue the California cannabis voters who may have initially supported this democratic experiment…

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A New USA Record! – Government Survey Finds The Highest Level of Adult Cannabis Use Ever Recorded in US History

[ad_1] NIH Survey Finds Cannabis Use Among Adults Highest Ever Recorded by Agency   In 2021, the Monitoring the Future (MTF) panel study revealed noteworthy shifts in substance use patterns among young adults aged 19 to 30. Notably, the utilization of marijuana and hallucinogens within the past year experienced a significant surge compared to data from five and ten years prior. This surge marked a historic pinnacle for this age group since 1988.   Simultaneously,…

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How Blockchain Is Transforming Cannabis Certification Systems

[ad_1] In recent years, blockchain technology has emerged as a powerful tool with the potential to revolutionize various industries. A partnership between ACS Laboratory, the largest hemp and cannabis testing facility in the eastern United States, and Blockticity, a leader in guaranteed certificates of authenticity, is a prime example of how this technology is being leveraged for innovation.  The collaboration resulted in a blockchain-based certificate of authenticity (COA) verification process for the cannabis and hemp…

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Arkansas Passed a Cannabis Gun Rights Law. It Won’t Work.

[ad_1] Last week, Marijuana Moment reported on a new Arkansas law that would protect medical cannabis users’ gun rights. This law is the most recent in a series of attempts by states to get around federal gun control laws that prohibit cannabis users from owning or buying guns. It won’t work. I’ve written extensively on the federal laws at issue (see links to my posts below). Arkansas is trying to protect its medical cannabis users…

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