Marijuana

As more states legalize medical and recreational marijuana bills, other states need to reckon with their relationship with the drug. Wisconsin's current penalties for the possession of any amount may result in up to a $1000 fine or 6 months in prison for a first...

Considering how many people would benefit from using cannabis in Wisconsin, many state leaders want to push for its legal use. Decriminalization of marijuana would allow certain forms of drug possession and use without legal repercussions such as fines and jail time....

Whether you were recently pulled over and accused of operating a vehicle while intoxicated or you are facing charges related to the unlawful possession of marijuana, there are many charges that people face. The consequences vary from one case to the next and those...

Rather than smoke marijuana the traditional way, you may instead ingest the substance through an edible gummy, chocolate or any other food containing marijuana. You may think edibles are safer and better for your lungs than smoking or vaping, but you should know the...

Hemp is legal in Wisconsin and has been since 2018 due to the passage of a federal farm bill. Marijuana, on the other hand, remains illegal in Wisconsin despite persistent efforts to legalize it for medicinal and recreational purposes. The distinction can be very...

Many states surrounding Wisconsin have already legalized marijuana in some aspects, but not Wisconsin. Even so, college students continue to enjoy the illegal substance.  While enjoying the college experience, these students may not consider the long-term...

Wisconsin police typically need a warrant to enter and search a person's private residence. In fact, if they show up unannounced and request entry to a person's home, the person in question does not have to consent to a search. There are exceptions to the rule,...

There are certain topics that tend to spark controversy in Wisconsin and across the country. Marijuana is definitely one of them. Many people believe it should be legal to grow, sell, purchase or use the drug at will. Others adamantly disagree. What matters most is...

If a Wisconsin resident answers his or her door and finds police officers outside wanting to come in to have a look around, he or she is protected by the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution against unlawful searches or seizures. Police must have a valid warrant...

There are certain hot topics that are controversial and the subjects of ongoing debate throughout the country. If there is one issue that prompts opposing viewpoints as often as immigration, it is marijuana. From medical use to recreational use and vaping, there is...