Marijuana

Three Arrested in Missouri for Severe Infant Abuse and Illegal Marijuana Cultivation

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AVA, Mo. — A distressing case of child endangerment has emerged from Ava, Missouri, where three residents face serious charges after local authorities discovered an eight-week-old infant allegedly subjected to neglect and living in a potentially hazardous environment. The individuals, identified as 44-year-old Jammie White, 21-year-old Ashlee Dean, and 25-year-old Nicholas Womble, were arrested following a coordinated investigation led by Douglas County authorities. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office reported that the arrests occurred after a hotline tip prompted a visit to a local residence by law enforcement and the Children’s Division. Upon arrival, officers discovered … Read more

ACLU Challenges Missouri’s Probation Restrictions on Medical Marijuana, Alleging Constitutional Rights Violations

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The American Civil Liberties Union of Missouri, in partnership with Stinson LLP, has filed a lawsuit against Missouri state officials, contesting probation conditions that prohibit the use of medical marijuana, despite its legality under state law. The legal challenge centers on the case of Sharon Stewart, a probationer whose prescribed use of medical cannabis has repeatedly put her in conflict with state probation rules. The ACLU argues that such restrictions defy the constitutional amendments passed by Missouri voters, which protect the rights of registered patients to use medical marijuana. These amendments, … Read more

Secret Stairways and Massive Stashes: NYC Authorities Bust Major Illegal Marijuana Operations

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Staten Island, NY — A clandestine operation was unearthed beneath the streets of Staten Island this week as city authorities conducted a series of raids on illegal marijuana dispensaries, revealing a sophisticated network of illicit drug sales rampant across the borough. Among the establishments targeted was Richmond Discount & Accessories, where officials discovered a hidden staircase leading to an array of controlled substances cleverly concealed in a basement. During the operation, Sheriff’s deputies and New York City police encountered a large and organized assortment of cannabis products neatly arranged, signaling a high-volume operation. This stash … Read more

Florida to Vote on Recreational Marijuana Legalization in November, Could Join 24 Other States

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TALLAHASsee, Fla. — As election season approaches, Floridians are gearing up to vote on a significant ballot initiative that could see the state become the 25th in the U.S. to legalize marijuana for recreational use. This proposed amendment, set for a decision this November, targets adults aged 21 and over, allowing them to use marijuana for non-medical purposes. The discussion around marijuana legalization in Florida is nothing new. While currently, the use of marijuana for leisure remains illegal, medical marijuana has been legal for those with qualifying health conditions since a statewide referendum in 2016 … Read more