The Legal Battle That Freed Colorado Drivers from Marijuana Profiling
For years, driving through neighboring states with Colorado plates was akin to waving a red flag for law enforcement. With marijuana being legal in Colorado, police in states like Utah, Kansas, Nebraska, and Wyoming often used Colorado plates as a pretext for identifying potential drug smugglers transporting cannabis products across state lines. However, thanks to […]
The Long Road to Sensible Marijuana Legislation
The journey towards sensible marijuana legislation in the United States has been marked by a complex history, influenced by various factors, including political agendas, misinformation, and evolving public perceptions. This article explores the historical hurdles and challenges that delayed the progress of marijuana legislation, providing insight into the crucial moments that have influenced the present […]
Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Colorado’s Marijuana Industry
In a significant legal development, the United States Supreme Court recently rejected a challenge brought by Nebraska and Oklahoma aimed at halting Colorado’s thriving marijuana industry. This lawsuit had been in legal limbo for some time, with the passing of Justice Antonin Scalia adding complexity to the proceedings. However, as of March 21, the case […]
Unveiling the Origins of Marijuana Prohibition: Part 1 – Harry Anslinger and William Randolph Hearst
While the failures of alcohol Prohibition in the 1920s and 1930s are well-documented, there is another chapter in American history that often goes unexamined—the prohibition of marijuana. In the first installment of our series, we delve into the origins of marijuana prohibition, shedding light on the key figures responsible for the “Reefer Madness” era that […]
Understanding Major Violations and CDL Disqualifications in Colorado: Protecting Your Commercial Driver’s License
Commercial truck drivers are essential figures in the transportation sector, facilitating the smooth transit of goods along Colorado’s highways. Yet, along with this duty, comes the requirement to comply with stringent regulations established by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). When commercial truck drivers commit violations of FMCSA statutes, the consequences can be severe, […]
Colorado Employers Torn on the Question of Marijuana Use
The legality of marijuana at the state level has put some employers at odds with their personal feelings toward partaking of the drug. Take, for example, federal laws forbidding transportation workers such as pilots, commercial drivers, and train engineers from using marijuana. Regional Transportation District spokesman Scott Reed points to an ever-shrinking pool of drug-free […]
Pot is Illegal in Colorado! Well, Depending On Who You Ask
Some people will still say pot is illegal in Colorado. We say it depends on who you ask. Most people are familiar with the fight between States and Federal Government that has been going on since the Federal Government was formed over who has the power to tell citizens what is legal and illegal. The 10th Amendment […]