Arizona AG Restricts Hemp Sales, Maine Will Expunge Pre-Legalization Convictions, Ohio Cannabis School First To Earn Official Accreditation And More
Arizona AG Restricts Delta-8 THC, Other Hemp Derivatives Sales To Licensed Dispensaries
Arizona’s Attorney General Kris Mayes has issued an opinion classifying intoxicating hemp-derived compounds, including Delta-8 THC, as Schedule I controlled substances, thus restricting their sale exclusively to licensed cannabis dispensaries, reported HempToday. This move aims to curb the gray market spawned by the 2018 Farm Bill, which legalized industrial hemp but overlooked synthetically produced psychoactive derivatives.
Mayes’ stance, detailed in a comprehensive analysis, aims to tighten control over hemp derivatives, despite potential repercussions for the CBD extract market. Stakeholders express concerns over the impact this interpretation may have on the sales of non-intoxicating CBD products, amidst safety and regulatory concerns.
Maine Legislature Advances Efforts To Seal Pre-Legalization Cannabis Convictions
The legislature is taking significant strides toward addressing the criminal records of individuals convicted for cannabis possession and cultivation before the state legalized recreational use in 2017. Proposals under …