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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: •The United States of America v. Steele Smith •United States of America v. Danuel Dean Quaintance •Commonwealth v. Richard Cusick and Russell K. Stroup - Brief of Appellants   2009 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.   The NORML Legal Committee The NLC is composed of attorneys committed to the overall goals of NORML. Find a lawyer.   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   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.   Drug Testing Get information on the legal basis for testing, urinalysis and how to prepare for a test.   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.

DOJ To Federal Prosecutors: Do Not Focus Resources On Medical Marijuana Pot Arrests Responsible For Majority Of Marijuana Treatment Referrals Pot Arrests For Year 2008 Second Highest Total Ever Reported Department Of Justice Urged To Clarify Administration's Medical Marijuana Policy US Supreme Court Rejects Challenge To State Medical Marijuana Laws

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