The regulatory landscape around Cannabis in Sonoma County and California more broadly is evolving rapidly. Follow our blog for the latest in commentary and analysis of the evolving issues and regulation.
Cannabis abuse disorder, explained
May 31, 2023
There's a common misconception that weed is nonaddictive, but experts say people can indeed become dependent on cannabis. A 2021 report from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health found that approximately 19% of Americans ages 12 and up used cannabis and almost 6% of teens and adults met the criteria for cannabis use disorder.
Read MoreCannabis Industry Safety Concerns- Biological, Chemical, Physical and Occupational
May 30, 2023
Cannabis workers who may be exposed to a wide range of hazards associated with growing, harvesting, extracting, processing and selling all types of cannabis, hemp and CBD products, and the workers may need personal protective equipment (PPE).
Read MoreHow newborns are becoming victims of legalized marijuana use
May 29, 2023
When her child was born, both she and the baby tested positive for the drug. As using marijuana becomes legal in more and more states, laws around how it may impact children and child-rearing have yet to catch up.
Read MoreWhy Driving Under the Influence of Marijuana is Dangerous
May 29, 2023
Since the legalization of marijuana, researchers have found an increase in fatal crashes involving cannabis use. The percentage of drivers in Washington who tested positive for THC after a fatal crash doubled to 18 percent in 2017 from 8.8 percent .
Read MoreCorruption is widespread in California’s weed industry.
May 27, 2023
Corruption in California’s cannabis industry has become widespread and brazen. There have been pay-to-play schemes, including a demand for cash in a brown paper bag for a pot license, threats of violence against local officials.
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