A lawsuit over a minor marijuana charge illustrates how even an expunged drug prosecution can have major, unexpected consequences for Iowans. (Photo via U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration) An Iowa woman whose livelihood is threatened by a first-offense possession of marijuana charge is taking the Iowa Department of Human Services to court over the matter. The case … [Read more...] about First-offense marijuana arrest threatens Iowan’s career, even after it’s expunged
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LPD: Weapon, drugs found in speeding vehicle
March 29, 2021 12:02 pm Photo provided by Lincoln Police. Gun found inside Dodge Avenger. LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Saturday, just before 11 p.m. a Lincoln Police officer pulled over a Dodge Avenger swerving along “O” Street, near 40th. The officer reports seeing the car speeding, 67 mph, eastbound just behind another vehicle. The Avenger sped past the car using the inside … [Read more...] about LPD: Weapon, drugs found in speeding vehicle
New York lawmakers agree to legalize recreational marijuana
March 28, 2021 8:04 am NEW YORK, NY. (AP) – New York lawmakers have finalized an agreement to legalize recreational marijuana sales to adults over the age of 21. The state has come close to passing marijuana legislation several times but until now has been unable to finalize a deal. New York joins at least 14 other states that allow residents to buy marijuana for … [Read more...] about New York lawmakers agree to legalize recreational marijuana
NSP: 770 lbs of pot found near Seward
During a traffic stop on Thursday, NSP found a massive amount of marijuana March 4, 2021 10:52 am courtesy: NSPLINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN)- Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol made a huge drug bust on Thursday near Seward when they arrested two men from California who had 770 pounds of marijuana with them. Around 3:50 p.m. on March 3, a trooper reported seeing a cargo van … [Read more...] about NSP: 770 lbs of pot found near Seward