Senator Nicholas J. Scutari, D-Union, recently introduced a new bill that seeks to simultaneously legalize recreational marijuana for adults and provide broader patient access to medical marijuana under New Jersey’s Compassionate Use Medical Marijuana Act. This is the first bill
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Legal insights and developments on cannabis in New Jersey
CannaBiz, published by Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC, focuses on legal issues surrounding the cannabis industry, particularly in New Jersey. The blog covers regulatory developments, licensing processes for medical marijuana dispensaries, and compliance with state and federal laws. It addresses ethical considerations for attorneys involved in cannabis businesses, expungement reforms related to marijuana convictions, and the challenges of banking and capital for cannabis entrepreneurs. The blog also highlights community reinvestment and social equity initiatives within the cannabis sector. It serves as a resource for legal guidance on cannabis law, policy changes, and industry trends affecting businesses, patients, and legal professionals.
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Three considerations for aspiring entrants to N.J.’s medical marijuana program
By Lee Vartan
I recently authored a guest column for NJ Cannabis Insider titled, “What’s next for medical marijuana in N.J.” The article outlines several compliance-related takeaways for the thousands of individuals and businesses eager to enter what is expected to become a…
State administration contemplates phased-in tax plan for legal marijuana sales
By CSG Law
Governor Murphy’s administration is considering a phased-in tax rate for recreational marijuana following talks with Senator Nicholas Scutari, D-22nd District, according to state treasury spokesperson Jennifer Sciortino.
In his budget proposal address in March, the governor announced that the state…
NJ Municipalities Weigh in on Legal Marijuana
By CSG Law
With legalization of recreational cannabis on the horizon for New Jersey, several local governments have responded by preemptively passing ordinances banning or discouraging recreational marijuana sales or cultivation in their jurisdictions, while others have opened their doors. Because New Jersey…
Revised Guidance: New Limitations on SBA Loans to Marijuana-Related Businesses
By CSG Law
The U.S. Small Business Administration (“SBA”) published a Policy Notice that went into effect April 3, 2018 clarifying that marijuana businesses, and even some companies that do not actually touch the plant but service those in the cannabis industry, cannot…
Medical Marijuana and Jake Honig’s Law
By CSG Law
Amid the vibrant public discussion of the full legalization of marijuana in New Jersey, it’s important to note that significant changes are also coming to the way medical marijuana is distributed in the state. As previously documented in this blog…
Legal Threat to States
By CSG Law
Senator Cory Gardner, Republican of Colorado, has struck a deal with President Donald Trump to protect Colorado’s legal marijuana industry from federal criminal investigation and prosecution. In a statement issued on Friday, April 13, 2018, Sen. Gardner said, “I received…
Opinion Poll
By CSG Law
According to a recent poll conducted by Stockton University, New Jersey residents are divided on the idea of legalizing marijuana for recreational use. Of the 728 adults who were interviewed, 49% said they would support the legalization of recreational marijuana…
Expansion of New Jersey Compassionate Use Medical Marijuana Act
By CSG Law
Governor Phil Murphy today announced a massive expansion of New Jersey’s medical marijuana program, also known as the New Jersey Compassionate Use Medical Marijuana Act, N.J.S.A. 24:6I-1 et seq. Effective immediately, doctors can now prescribe medical marijuana to patients suffering from…
Cannabis 101: What’s to come in New Jersey
By Lee Vartan
My colleague, Frank Giantomasi, and I published an op-ed in ROI-NJ titled, “Preparing for legalized marijuana in N.J.: A primer.” In the article, we cover everything from the key bills entering the legislative process to law enforcement’s sentiment toward…