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Basics Introduction Read a summary of the Legal section. War Against Marijuana Consumers Our country's war on drugs places great emphasis on arresting people for smoking marijuana. In the last decade, 6.5 million Americans have been arrested on marijuana charges... Resources Legal Brief Bank Research marijuana-related decisions on a variety of subjects. Recent Additions: • United States of America v. Lumni Zhuta • Legal Brief on the Defense of Necessity • State of Oregon v. Joel Dennis Berringer The NORML Legal Committee The NLC is composed of attorneys committed to the overall goals of NORML. Find a lawyer. 2010 Key West Legal Seminar This is an excellent legal seminar with outstanding speakers, and it is fully accredited by all states that require Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits for practicing attorneys. State by State Laws Lookup the laws in your state. Also find a wealth of state info such as current news, arrest data maps and local chapters. Your Rights Become informed in case of an encounter with a law enforcement officer. Download the NORML Freedom Card to carry with you just in case. Facts Drug Testing Get information on the legal basis for testing, urinalysis and how to prepare for a test. Supreme Court Rules Feds Can Arrest State-Recognized Medical Cannabis Patients Read the latest information and join the discussion. PotPOW's - Victims of US's Pot War Chronicles of the ruined lives and broken families caused by America's war on marijuana smokers. Medical Necessity Defense Find out when and how a necessity defense might be used. Pot Busts at Borders Get in-depth advice from practicing attorney Jeff Steinborn on legal recourses at US borders. For Employers NORML's Model Workplace Policy for Off-the-Job Cannabis Use Implement a more tolerant and enlightened workplace drug policy.

White House 2010 National Drug Strategy Calls For Expansion Of Per Se 'Drugged' Driving Laws Register Now For NORML's Fifth Annual Aspen Legal Seminar -- Three-Day Event Takes Place June 10 - 12 New York City: Pot Arrests For 2009 Second Highest Total Ever Seattle: City Will No Longer Prosecute Marijuana Possession Offenses DOJ To Federal Prosecutors: Do Not Focus Resources On Medical Marijuana

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