The Aroma of Legality
By Kulmeet S. Galhotra
Cannabis Law,
May 2024
Although Illinois is the eleventh state to legalize recreational cannabis and is entering its fourth year, the law surrounding searches based on its smell is still unsettled.
Going Green: Cannabis Lounges and the Implications for Food Regulators
By Gloria Lewis
Food Law,
March 2024
As cannabis lounges become increasingly prevalent in Illinois, the convergence of restaurant, cannabis, and burgeoning lounge industries present a regulatory challenge. The current licensing and inspection processes may not adequately address the complexities of these hybridized business models. Consequently, there is a pressing need to either adapt existing regulatory frameworks or establish a new licensing schema to effectively govern these diverse industries. This article explores the regulatory implications and proposes strategies to ensure comprehensive oversight in this evolving landscape.
Probable Cause Following the Legalization of Cannabis
By Mark Kevin Wykoff
Criminal Justice,
November 2022
In People v. Stribling, the appellate court considered whether, based on the recent legalization of the possession of cannabis, the odor of cannabis rises to the level of sufficient probable cause to search a vehicle.
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