Thousands of recreational marijuana supporters in Florida were disappointed with their efforts to legalize its use in their state. The group Make It Legal Florida initiated the effort to have the matter put on the 2022 ballot for voters to make their voices heard....
Just over 70% of Florida voters approved the use of medical marijuana in the Sunshine State in 2016. Over the course of the past several years, a growing number of Florida doctors have issued recommendations permitting state residents to obtain medical marijuana...
It’s no surprise to anyone that more and more states are starting to legalize the use of marijuana. Many states have started with allowing medical use and have further decided to allow recreational use. Florida is next to face the decision to determine whether or not...
Being safe while driving is a top priority for a lot of people, and the law has consequences for those who get behind the wheel while under the influence of substances that could impair their ability to drive. Just like driving while intoxicated is a crime, so is...
Florida residents voted in favor of the state's Medical Marijuana Legislation Initiative in 2016. The initiative allows for medical use of marijuana when the use of the drug will provide a patient with more benefits than potential risks. The state extended usage to...
Many Florida residents are aware that they may be able to be prescribed medical marijuana for certain illnesses and ailments. Medical marijuana has long been prescribed for all types of illnesses and conditions, including pain management, mental health issues like...
Medical marijuana is legal in Florida under limited circumstances. It is important for Fort Myers residents interested in medical marijuana to understand what steps they must follow to legally possess it. The illegal possession of marijuana, even if it is for...
Although many states are changing their laws to legalize marijuana, Florida has yet to do so. It maintains severe penalties for growing, selling and possession of it. In addition, those who have drug paraphernalia will also face legal consequences. People might be...
The legalization of drugs has become a rather hot topic. Many people hold different stances and the controversy is still open for debate. Many have continued to argue that possessing and using marijuana should at least be legalized and, though it has happened in some...
The struggle over whether Florida voters should get to decide for themselves whether to decriminalize marijuana goes on. As we discussed previously in this blog, the campaign to add an initiative onto this year’s ballot proposing a state constitutional amendment...