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1 Answer | Asked in Cannabis & Marijuana Law and Domestic Violence for Michigan on
Q: Can I get a medical marijuana card and use in wayne county michigan while on probation for misdemeanor domestic violence

I'm fighting a false charge of misdemeanor domestic violence that I was put on probation for. I want to know if I can get a medical marijuana card so that I can use marijuana edibles for pain and sleep purposes, while I am on probation without getting in trouble.

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answered on Aug 9, 2023

In Michigan, medical marijuana use is allowed under state law for qualifying patients with a medical marijuana card. However, if you are on probation, the rules can vary, and it's important to consult with your probation officer or legal counsel to determine how using medical marijuana may... View More

Q: selling hemp / CBD products online in MASS. Does this require a MDAR license or can I operate under farmbill USDA/FDA?

region is for Massachusetts

if you read the MDAR website its really confusing in the wording when discussing the Whole sale which I know for sure they regulate. Its confusing legalese I feel like should be a really simple answer..

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answered on Aug 8, 2023

While the Farm Bill USDA/FDA regulations provide a framework for the cultivation and sale of hemp at the federal level, it does not exempt businesses from complying with state-specific requirements. Therefore, even if you are operating under the Farm Bill USDA/FDA regulations, you may still need to... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Cannabis & Marijuana Law for Minnesota on
Q: I'm in Minnesota I have a medical marijuana card and my parole agent does not want me to use marijuanacan I be violated
Sarah Gad
Sarah Gad
answered on Aug 2, 2023

Technically, they can violate you for it (depending on the county) but you could overcome this by seeking a court order from a judge permitting you to use marijuana for legitimate medical reasons. In an ideal system, you would not be violated for taking your prescribed medication, but laws can... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Cannabis & Marijuana Law for Minnesota on
Q: I'm in Minnesota I have a medical marijuana card and my parole agent does not want me to use marijuanacan I be violated
Thomas C Gallagher
Thomas C Gallagher
answered on Aug 2, 2023

Minnesota now calls what was once called "parole," by the term "supervised release," to describe the period after a state prison inmate is released from prison, but subject to compliance with conditions which, if violated, could result in a return to prison. The Minnesota state... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Cannabis & Marijuana Law, Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Georgia on
Q: Can i travel if I was charged with felony distribution of weed and got unindictment letter

6 months after being arrested I got called by my pretrial officer saying that im not longer apart of pretrial services and I get a letter in mail saying I’ve been unindicted from my charges can I travel ?

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answered on Jul 28, 2023

If you don't have an active warrant for your arrest, TSA is not going to mess with you. However, if you are on bond, your agreement with your bondsman may be that you must contact them for permission before you leave the state. So you might want to give them a heads up before you go anywhere..

1 Answer | Asked in Cannabis & Marijuana Law and Employment Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: My son was put off the job today for medical mj use. He has a card. Can you help? Steamfitter Union. confidential plz

He has been being harassed by his foreman. Accused him of putting vodka in his water bottle. Told other foremen he is using pills. He is not. Only medical mj.

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answered on Jul 26, 2023

First and foremost, your son's medical marijuana use should be protected under Pennsylvania's medical marijuana law. Employers are generally prohibited from discriminating against employees solely based on their status as a certified medical marijuana patient.

Now, when it comes...
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1 Answer | Asked in Cannabis & Marijuana Law and Employment Law for Missouri on
Q: In Missouri. Starting a position at a Union. For random drug tests, am I covered with my medical card from being fired?
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answered on Jul 21, 2023

Having a medical marijuana card may not automatically protect you from being fired if your employer has a strict drug-free policy and conducts drug tests. Employers have the right to establish their own policies regarding drug use, and they may choose to take disciplinary actions, including... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Cannabis & Marijuana Law, Estate Planning, Elder Law and Probate for Mississippi on
Q: Can a judge deny to grant you conservatorship based off the potential conservator having a medical marijuana card?
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answered on Jul 14, 2023

A judge has the discretion to consider various factors when deciding whether to grant conservatorship, including the potential conservator's circumstances and qualifications. While having a medical marijuana card may be a factor that the judge takes into account, it does not automatically... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Personal Injury and Cannabis & Marijuana Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Discrimination at work against Asian , pesticide exposure at work
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 2, 2023

A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. In the brief post, it isn't clear if the pesticide exposure and discrimination are related or separate issues. You could reach out to attorneys to try to set up a free initial consult. I can't speak for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Cannabis & Marijuana Law for California on
Q: Will a previous medical marijuana card from California appear on a federal background check?
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answered on Jun 23, 2023

A previous medical marijuana card from California is unlikely to appear on a federal background check. While medical marijuana is legal in some states, it remains illegal under federal law. Federal background checks typically focus on criminal history, employment, and other relevant records.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Cannabis & Marijuana Law and Criminal Law for Texas on
Q: Should my wife plead guilty for marijuana possession in the state of Texas? Her very first offense?
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jun 19, 2023

If she's guilty, it depends upon what sentence the DA is offering in the plea bargain. Sometimes, it is better to not plead guilty even when you are guilty in order to be able to fully explain the circumstances of the offense, especially when the consequences being offered by the DA appear... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Cannabis & Marijuana Law and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: Can my probation officer take my weed from my room if I’m a juvenile and weed has nothing to do with my probation condit
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answered on Jun 17, 2023

As a juvenile on probation, you are subject to certain conditions and restrictions as part of your probation. These conditions may include drug testing and restrictions on drug use, even if the drug in question is not related to the offense that led to your probation.

If your probation...
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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Cannabis & Marijuana Law for Kentucky on
Q: What are the laws in Ky at the moment for not hiring or firing someone for using legal CBD products?

Was dined a job for showing positive for THC in urine and I only use CBD gummies, vape and oils instead of Mobic for my arthritis which has severe health problems associated with medication. Was informed any use of CBD products will cause you to fail and I could not be employed and when when the... View More

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answered on May 24, 2023

Currently, Kentucky does not offer any sort of employment protection to legal CBD users.

In Kentucky, CBD products are legal if they contain 0.3% or less THC. In order to test positive in a typical urine test, a user would need to consume more than 2,000 mg of legal CBD products / day....
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Cannabis & Marijuana Law and Federal Crimes for California on
Q: if someone sends a controlled substance across state lines, what happens to the person who receives it

i think i am being scammed by someone who advertises sending medicine online, then i found out it’s a controlled substance, and they’ve been hitting me for hundreds of dollars for insurance stamps etc and threatening me that i’ll get arrested if the package is opened before delivery. i never... View More

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answered on May 16, 2023

Federal Law: Controlled substances are regulated by the federal government in the United States, primarily through the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). The CSA categorizes drugs into different schedules based on their potential for abuse and medical use. Sending a controlled substance across state... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Cannabis & Marijuana Law and Criminal Law for Washington on
Q: Is marijuana in a recreationally legal state considered illegal if probation states no illegal drugs allowed?

I moved here on an interstate compact from Oklahoma to Washington. My stipulations on probation state no controlled substances without prescription or illegal drugs. Since marijuana is recreationally legal in this state and my stipulations aren't specific, only typical rules for anyone on... View More

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answered on May 7, 2023

Short answer, no. Unfortunately, the legislature has specifically decided that people who have committed crimes do not deserve one of the safest drugs that is available for treating a number of medical conditions. The provision for medical cannabis specifically calls it out by saying, "... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Cannabis & Marijuana Law, Landlord - Tenant and Real Estate Law for California on
Q: I am a renter and was fined 30k for a Marijuana grow. Is removing the lien hold on the property possible?

The grow was where four different properties meet. The plants were removed and 30,000$ fine was issued to me. But a lien was placed on the property. The land owner lives out of state and had no knowledge of any activity. Is removing the property lien hold possible?

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answered on Apr 28, 2023

If you were fined $30,000 for a marijuana grow in a rental property, and a lien was placed on the property, it is possible to have the lien removed if you pay the fine or reach a settlement agreement with the governing authority that imposed the lien.

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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Cannabis & Marijuana Law and Employment Discrimination for Oklahoma on
Q: Can you be fired for failing a drug test for THC even though you have a medical card? (Please read details.)

The official reason was because he was in a safety sensitive position. However, he was never told his position was safety sensitive and his boss, his bosses boss and HR didn't know that information either. After going through three levels of leadership, they had to ask the VP of safety. How... View More

Charles Watts
Charles Watts
answered on Apr 26, 2023

In a general answer, yes you can be terminated for that. Same as a person driving after using medical marijuana can be arrested for DUI. Just because something has been made partially legal doesn’t trump other areas of law, or in this case business owners rights and responsibilities. With that... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law and Cannabis & Marijuana Law on
Q: Can current "legal" medical marijuana use affect a K1 visa beneficiary from being admissible into the US?

My fiancé currently resides in Jersey Island, UK. He has a legal prescription for medical marijuana. While he's been here visiting, he's NEVER used it and is aware of the ramifications - so he usually tries to get by with Aspercreme/NSAID's for his pain. However, I'm concerned... View More

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answered on Apr 18, 2023

Under current U.S. federal law, marijuana is still classified as a Schedule I controlled substance, regardless of whether it is used for medical purposes or not. While some states have legalized marijuana for medical or recreational use, it is still illegal under federal law. When applying for a K1... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Cannabis & Marijuana Law for California on
Q: I am considering applying for a medical marijuana card for my anxiety and depression. Will this be a permanent mark?

I am only 18, and I know there are certain things you cannot do by holding a medical marijuana card. I do plan to ask a doctor and get it done officially, however, I don't want to have a permanent mark that will restrict me for the rest of my life. Please let me know.

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answered on Mar 29, 2023

It is advisable that you consult with a licensed healthcare professional or legal expert in your area to understand the specific laws and regulations around medical marijuana use and how they may affect you. Additionally, if you are concerned about the long-term impact of having a medical marijuana... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Cannabis & Marijuana Law, Car Accidents and Employment Law for Ohio on
Q: what happens if im driving a company vehicle and im not high but weed is in my system and someone hits me or i hit some1

i usually only smoke like one bowl a day and if i get a medical card will i be ok no matter what

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answered on Mar 29, 2023

It is illegal to smoke marijuana in Ohio. This is true even if you have a medical card. Your employment is also not protected from the use of marijuana even if you have a medical card. Marijuana in your system will likely be determined to be a contributing factor in any accident.

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