Video 1 KTLA Channel 5 News Story June 18, 2010: Lake Forest Medical Marijuana Dispensary Appealing Injunction Order Video 2 KTTV Channel 11 News Story June 4, 2010: Los Angeles Medical Marijuana Dispensary Challenges LA's Ordinance Video 3 Cannabis Law Group's Attorney Damian Nassiri Sues the City of Los Angeles To Block It's Ban on Medical Marijuana as Featured on PBS's So Cal Insider - Part 1

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Recreational marijuana use is legal in both Colorado and Washington, and now 23 states have passed legislation for some form of medical use. Despite the rapid changes taking place state-by-state, there is still no clear path on how marijuana laws will change at the federal level. This still leaves 27 states time to pass either recreational use or medicinal marijuana laws. Even though the majority of Americans approve medical marijuana use, critics remain opposed, making it more difficult for some states to pass legislation. Which states will be next to legalize?

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Our marijuana attorneys in Los Angeles are dedicated to staying abreast of legalization trends and laws in California and nationwide. Representing users, collectives, and dispensaries throughout Orange County and Southern California, our attorneys are tapped into the policy and legislative changes that impact the rights of our clients. In addition to remaining abreast of legal changes within the state, we are also committed to advocacy for legalization nationwide. What is next for marijuana law? Here are some upcoming legislative possibilities this year and beyond:
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As states continue to open their doors to the marijuana business, entrepreneurs are flocking towards the action. This means that states in where medical and recreational marijuana have been legalized, including Colorado and Washington, the economy is being reshaped, creating more room for investors and business operators. According to the New York Times, marijuana industry workers, entrepreneurs and investors are making headway in an industry that is both promising and risky, given the conflict with federal laws.

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While there is legal and financial risk, entrepreneurs also see the potential for huge growth in a quickly evolving industry. Our marijuana attorneys in Los Angeles are dedicated to protecting the rights of marijuana users, dispensary operators, and other investors. We are abreast of the changes in local, state, and federal law and can providing strategic counsel and representation to protect the rights and interests of our clients. We are also prepared to help marijuana business clients in California ensure compliance and avoid liability.

Business growth and job opportunities range from farming and ground operations to large-scale investment projects. Start-up companies have flooded hotel conference rooms and convention centers to pitch investors who also want a slice of the marijuana business pie. Reports also indicate that workers have flocked to Denver to distribute their resumes and hope to get hired in the marijuana business. The industry ranges from farming and high-tech growing systems to creating apps for distribution and to simple growing and distribution. Marijuana is now legal for medical marijuana use and it is expected to be fully legalized in Alaska and Oregon. As trend towards legalization sweeps the nation, investment groups estimate that the industry is also expected to grow to $2.6 billion by 2015.
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One of the marijuana industry’s largest players, Bhang Chocolate, has announced it is terminating the deal with public trading firm Mentor Capital Inc., alleging breach of agreement.
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Los Angeles marijuana lawyers recognize that as the marijuana industry evolves, larger companies are investing in the trade. We will continue to see more of these public deals, though we suspect many may be pump-and-dump scams.

Legitimate players in the marijuana industry need to ensure their interests are protected on a number of fronts, including in the course of collaborative business efforts. Our firm is experienced in helping marijuana companies navigate the legal and business waters.
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As we discussed in a recent blog post, the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) has been obstructing research into the benefits of medical marijuana for decades. By limiting the supply of FDA approved marijuana for medical research and testing conducted by private agencies, evaluating the plant’s therapeutic potential is much more difficult than it needs to be. vancouver-hemp-rally-1-jpg-407664-m.jpg

According to the San Diego Free Press, a federal health official recently admitted that the prohibition against medical marijuana has harmed the ability to conduct effective research into the therapeutic potential of cannabis. Unfortunately, this has in turn made it more difficult for advocates of medical marijuana to get federal laws changed to make medical marijuana legal.
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The use of medical marijuana has been expanding nationwide as more states move towards legalization. Now, marijuana may be available more easily, not only because it is legal in more places but because it could be delivered directly to your door. According to USA Today, two University of Washington students have developed an app called “Canary” that will allow marijuana patients to order pot using their smart phones and have it brought to them. Canary is going to make its debut to medical marijuana patients in Seattle but there are reportedly plans to expand the market to Denver and to California. mobile-phone-2-1225931-m.jpg

As medical marijuana becomes bigger business, it is expected that more apps and more innovative delivery services will become available. However, those who sell or deliver marijuana need to understand how the laws apply to them and avoid taking risks that could lead to criminal trouble. An experienced Los Angeles medical marijuana attorney can provide advise about what your rights and obligations are for the distribution of medical marijuana and can represent you if you face potential criminal actions for alleged legal violations.
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The stigma that was once attached to pot smoking is disappearing as marijuana is legalized. This shift signals an overall change in the way that society views the drug and those who smoke, either for medicinal purposes or recreational use. It also means that employment policies are changing to accommodate a talented pool of pot smokers. According to an article in the Wall Street Journal, the FBI is considering changing its once stringent no-tolerance policy so that it can hire those who smoke marijuana.

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The Justice Department is aggressively pursuing cyber criminals and is increasingly reliant on individuals who are experienced in the investigation of computer crimes. Congress authorized the FBI to add an additional 2,000 to its payroll to meet the demands of the cyber-crimes division. The agency is quickly learning that to access and hire the most informed, talented, and experienced candidates, it must also be willing to hire those who use pot. Our Orange County marijuana attorneys are experienced in handling cases that impact the rights of users and growers throughout California. In addition to providing strategic counsel and advocacy in these complex cases, we are also abreast of trending marijuana policy developments in the state and nationwide.
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One legal complication faced by Colorado marijuana business is banking. Since the sale and distribution of marijuana is legal on a state, but not federal level, business owners were sometimes forced to run a cash-only operation, making it difficult to invest and safely protect profits. The Colorado legislature has approved a bill that will allow marijuana businesses to use regulated banking co-ops. Despite challenges from the Colorado Bankers Association, the bill is expected to be signed by Governor John Hickenlooper.

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Signing this bill into law could be a significant advancement for marijuana business owners who are currently an easy target for theft and money laundering allegations. Our California marijuana legalization attorneys are experienced in handling legal complexities and disputes related to marijuana sale and distribution. We are supporters of legalization and are dedicated to helping marijuana business owners protect their rights. Our firm is also abreast of legal trends that impact growers and distributors in California and nationwide.
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In California, Colorado, and other states where the marijuana industry is expected to grow, those who want in on the business are seeking job opportunities. There are a number of marijuana business opportunities in California and nationwide. All employees and individuals who are interested in the business should be aware of their legal rights as well as potential obligations before embarking on a career in the marijuana industry.

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Individuals who are considering a job or business in marijuana distribution should be aware of their rights as well as potential liabilities. Our California marijuana law attorneys are dedicated to protecting the rights of clients as well as highlighting legal issues that impact the market for recreational and medical use. We are also abreast of trending issues that may impact our clients and the marijuana industry at large.
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Sacramento County supervisors are continuing their efforts to rein in the growing cannabis industry in California. This time, lawmakers are coming after pot farms. As Reuters reports, they are justifying their actions by indicating that a “huge number of complaints were received last year from residents with regard to outdoor marijuana cultivation.” hemp-969266-m.jpg

The fact that lawmakers also considered banning indoor cultivation of marijuana, however, reveals that their concerns may not actually be protecting public safety but trying to find ways to restrict the rights of individuals who are part of the medical marijuana industry in California. Despite the fact that medical marijuana has been legal for use for two decades, Los Angeles medical marijuana lawyers know that there are some opponents who will do everything possible to interfere with this industry. The actions of the Sacramento County supervisors may be just one more example of this type of behavior.
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California might finally begin to see a significant shift in its marijuana policy and regulations.

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Our Los Angeles marijuana lawyers have seen a shift in the landscape of marijuana legalization after nearly two decades of the substance being legal for medical use in California.

Although the debate is still contentious with serious arguments on both sides, the idea of legalization is gaining wider acceptance.
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