ODW25C40 – The Impact of Cannabis Legislation on Criminal Records

Explore cannabis legalization's impact on criminal offenses. Examine differences in state and federal law, legislative changes, and relief options for cannabis-related cases.

Course Category: On-Demand Webinars

Course Level: Advanced

CLE Credit: Substantive

CLE Hours: 1.0

Fees: $49 for Members and $70 for Nonmembers

Course Materials: Webinar recording and a PDF of the PowerPoint slides.


Description: 
This session will explore the impact of cannabis legalization on state and federal criminal offenses. It is important to distinguish between states that have legalized cannabis medically and/or recreationally and ones that have decriminalized it. Changes in cannabis law have resulted in both the decriminalization of cannabis possession or use and different forms of relief for cannabis-related criminal offenses. Discussions surrounding state and federal legislation will offer insights into the processes of cannabis criminalization and explore ways government agencies and legal professionals can address challenges faced by individuals with cannabis-related criminal records. 
Course Year: 2025

Presenter Biography: 
Corrin Swintosky is a freelance paralegal and criminal law subject matter expert. She runs Lucid Legal Support, a paralegal business that specializes in criminal defense, post-conviction relief, cannabis decriminalization, and legal operations.

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