When it comes to marijuana legalization for adults, the tide seems to have turned. Indeed, according to the National Conference on State Legislatures, 21 states have legalized non-medical marijuana use. Many others allow adults to use marijuana for medical reasons....
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Driving under the influence of marijuana has severe consequences
Although marijuana possession and use are legal in many states, Wisconsin is not one of them. Even in states where it is legal, it is still illegal to operate a vehicle while under its influence. Because marijuana is illegal in the state, a driver can face severe...
Marijuana legalization in Wisconsin must wait until 2023
While most midwestern states have legalized recreational marijuana, Wisconsin remains a holdout on recreational and medicinal marijuana. Recent years have seen discussions toward broader legalization, but so far the state has resisted all efforts toward legalization....
What makes medical marijuana different?
Like many other states, Wisconsin has legalized medical marijuana. When used for this purpose, marijuana requires a prescription from a doctor. You also have to meet any state requirements. According to WebMD, the marijuana used for medical purposes is no different...
What is new with marijuana legalization in the state?
The latest move in Wisconsin is to legalize marijuana in all forms. The state currently is incredibly restrictive, but many people see how legal marijuana benefits nearby states and want those benefits for Wisconsin. According to Marijuana Moment, three state...
How synthetic cannabinoids differ from marijuana
People who want to smoke marijuana may be on the lookout for drugs that are derivative of marijuana but legal and safer to ingest. Someone may have told you that synthetic cannabinoids qualify as “legal” marijuana. However, Wisconsin law says otherwise. The truth is...
Marijuana legal status in Wisconsin
Many states have laws legalizing marijuana use for recreational and medicinal purposes. It is a state decision since the drug is still illegal at the federal level. Some states have fully legalized the drug while others have not legalized it at all. Cannabusiness...
Wisconsin leadership considers marijuana legalization
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...
Legalizing marijuana in Madison: just the beginning
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....
Marijuana charges and child custody
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...