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answered on Feb 24, 2024
Here are some key legal rights and guidelines regarding marijuana use for pregnant women in 2024:
- Marijuana use remains federally illegal in the United States, regardless of pregnancy status. However, several states have legalized recreational or medical use for adults over 21. Laws vary... View More 
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answered on Feb 6, 2024
In Illinois, while the state has legalized cannabis for both medical and recreational use, the law regulates how cannabis products, including edibles, can be distributed and sold. Generally, giving away cannabis products, even if legally purchased, as part of a raffle to raise money for a 501(c)(3)... View More
I got charged with reckless driving, fleeing/attempt to elude an a officer, Unlicensed (it was after curfew), unlawful use cannabis/driver, 35+ in a 55, and disregard of 7 separate stop signs. I know nothing is certain until I appear in court but I’d like to know what they might charge me with... View More
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answered on Mar 8, 2023
If a driver runs more than two stop signs or stop lights or exceeds the speed limit by more than 20 miles an hour while an officer is in pursuit, that could be charged as a felony. The first court date is not the end of your case; it is the beginning. That is where you or your attorney plead not... View More
What are my options?
answered on Feb 24, 2023
Based on the information you've provided, it appears the company's refusal to hire you based on a failed drug test for marijuana does not appear to be illegal. It's really unfair as cannabis metabolites can be detected in urine even 30 days after someone ingests the drug, making it... View More
The officer took me into custody and then released me on an I-bond. I have court on Thursday, but I have been replaying the encounter in my head, and I don't believe he ever referenced any of my Miranda Rights during our exchange. I was arrested on Driving on a suspended license and open... View More
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answered on Mar 20, 2023
Miranda rates are necessary when you are taken into custody. Furthermore, even if your Miranda rights are violated, it only six to suppress any statement you made.
So what about the ruling from Judge Daniel Dalton that states that the odor of cannabis is not probable cause for a vehicle search? Is that only for Whiteside County?
answered on Aug 11, 2022
Yes. Although the State of Illinois legalized personal use of marijuana, however, its use while driving is still prohibited and may result in a charge of driving under the influence (same as DUI).
Therefore, a smell of marijuana from the vehicle creates a legitimate probable cause to... View More
I think a cash only approach that partnered with local dispensaries sounds like a sound business opportunity. But I am wondering what I am missing
answered on Aug 9, 2022
Delving into commercial sales of marijuana in Illinois is an extremely complex undertaking that has many nuances. You may begin with contacting the State of Illinois respective agencies for more information.
I've been trying to recieve a federal grant/loan for buying a home. Down payment assistance is something my family needed, so we decided to try a USDA or FHA loan. We have been told by multiple loan officers that because of my place of employment, I cannot recieve these funds. I pay federal... View More
answered on Jun 3, 2022
No. Taxation without representation means that a group of people has a tax imposed on them by a government in which they had no right to elect a representative (such as a member of the Illinois House of Representatives, a state senator, a Congressman or US Senator) who could participate on behalf... View More
i got wrongly pulled over for a stop sign that led to my car being searched and me being in handcuffs because it smelled like marijuana i am trying to find out if what the cop did to me is wrong or not
answered on Jan 14, 2022
Yes.
One of the legitimate investigative tools for the police is personal observation and senses. Thus, if a police officer detects a smell of controlled substances that provides a reasonable probable cause to continue to investigate possible contraband in the vehicle.
Secondly, if... View More
Pulled over for license plate light and came back clean when running license. Pulls me out of car, and I had .5g or less and he said that gave him probable cause to search. It's not illegal to be in possession of marijuana in Illinois so why would that give him probable cause? I believe my... View More
answered on Oct 25, 2021
It’s illegal to possess marijuana in a vehicle unless it is basically in store packaging. So the search was probably legal. You should have an attorney evaluate the evidence for potential motions or to negotiate on your behalf.
Wouldn't it be considered taking away a civil liberty by denying what the law allows?
answered on Nov 12, 2021
Marijuana use is not a constitutional right, it is a controlled substance, just like tobacco, alcohol, etc. Thus, the state under its legal mandate may regulate their use in court cases where use of alcohol and controlled substances will be limited (DUI dispositions, etc.) during supervision,... View More
What is a Cannabis clone? A cannabis plant that is a genetic copy of the mother plant. When obtained from a reputable breeder, a clone is a young female cannabis plant with stable genetics. Growers typically select to raise clones instead of seeds when they would rather not risk getting a plant... View More
answered on Sep 16, 2021
No, it would not be legal as the State of Illinois requires a very strict licensing, regulation, and eligibility for any cannabis and its derivatives operation in the state.
Besides, such operation does not qualify as a Sec. 503 non-for profit entity as it would be geared towards profit... View More
Who have to pay the hospital?
answered on Aug 24, 2021
If you voluntarily took THC, you.
If you were somehow involuntarily intoxicated and can prove somebody intentionally caused this or a restaurant negligently allowed this to happen, you might have a claim.
The claim would be limited to actual damages suffered.
11 months later, I got into a car accident. Officer gave m a revoked license ticket and a traffic ticket. I know I shouldn’t been driving. How do I go about with the old and new traffic violations. I wasn’t arrested by the officer just An I bond.
answered on Jul 19, 2021
These are serious charges. You should retain the assistance of an attorney as soon as possible.
The job is non-federal non-state and non-union.
answered on May 3, 2021
Private employers have a lot more leeway with things like this. Unfortunately, weed smokers are not a protected class when it comes to discrimination. And employers have the right to decide, as long as they are not using discriminatory practices, on how to hire their employees. Maybe the... View More
answered on Mar 1, 2021
You will get at least two tickets and possible charged with the criminal offense of possession. If you have pending charges, you need to hire a Criminal Defense Attorney right away.
This was a few months ago and I lived in my own place. I have no history of abuse or records. Will this affect my mothers ability to get custody of my brother? We have all of the evidence of him being abusive and I always take care of my brother. He’s going to try and make it seem like my mother... View More
answered on Jun 19, 2020
It does not matter what you chose to do when you were an adult on your own.
Everyone in each building got a note saying they hold the right to prohibit the smoking of marijuana even though it is legal now. Is this correct?
answered on Mar 17, 2020
That is correct. Landlords can lawfully prohibit the smoking of marijuana on their property and in their rental units. The same goes for public housing.
answered on Mar 10, 2020
If you have a valid medical marijuana card and your FOID card you can lawfully keep your firearm in Illinois at this time. Individuals who have drug addiction issues or have felony weapons charges on their records, however, are prohibited from owning a firearm.
Make sure you are abiding... View More
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