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We hope you find this blog to be both informative and engaging. Since its creation several years ago by Rod Kight, the blog has addressed a wide number of legal issues impacting the cannabis industry.

Rod Kight is an award winning lawyer, advocate, and author focusing his efforts on supporting farmers, manufacturers, labs, distributors, brands, retailers, and others.

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Kight On Cannabis Blog

Rod Kight is an award winning lawyer, advocate, and author focusing his efforts on supporting farmers, manufacturers, labs, distributors, brands, retailers, and others in the cannabis, hemp, marijuana, and CBD industries.

The Kight on Cannabis Blog Disclaimer
This blog is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to give you any legal advice. We recommend that you consult with an attorney before taking any actions with respect to cannabis, including hemp, marijuana, and/or any of their cannabinoids. Marijuana is illegal under federal law and the laws of many states. Possessing, using, distributing, and/or selling marijuana are all federal crimes. Please also note that even though marijuana is illegal under federal law, participants in the marijuana industry are required to pay federal taxes. This is true even for state not-for-profit entities.

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The sun is setting on proposed hemp bills in the Sunshine State

April 30, 2025

We’ll have to wait the next few days to see if any legislative action on hemp takes place in Florida, but—for now at least—it seems none of the pending hemp bills have the requisite momentum to make it to the Governor’s desk.

Oklahoma Governor Initiates Attack on Legal Hemp Products

April 29, 2025

Until recently, Oklahoma was home base to several of the most well-known and respected hemp businesses in the country. That has changed recently, but not due to changes in the law. Instead, the change has come from overzealous and under-informed politicians who either don’t understand the law or who choose to ignore it. A recent letter from the Governor illustrates this point.

Arizona Attorney General Cracks Down on Hemp Products

April 7, 2025

“On April 24, 2025, the AGO will begin enforcing civil and criminal penalties against unlicensed businesses that continue to sell any THC-infused edible products.” – Kris Mays, Arizona Attorney General

France and Spain to legalize medical cannabis (finally)

March 26, 2025

France and Spain are set to legalize medical cannabis. This article discusses what to expect as these countries roll out their cannabis programs.

Art for Asheville: Zamnesia Hosts “Art for Asheville Design Competition” to Support Hurricane Helene Recovery

March 16, 2025

To help support the recovery of its US home in Asheville, NC, Zamnesia is sponsoring an “Art for Asheville Design Competition”. North Carolina-based artists are invited to submit designs for a chance to appear on the brand’s packaging and the company will donate 100% of its profits to BeLoved Asheville, a local aid organization.

North Carolina Hemp Bill a “Model” for Other States

March 11, 2025

It is not a surprise that a new NC hemp bill, SB 265, is a “model” of sorts for how hemp should be regulated at the state level. North Carolina has always been a leader in hemp. Over the years, the state’s hemp-friendly laws and pro-hemp environment have resulted in NC being the home base for many of the world’s top hemp companies.

California Bill Targets Online Sales of Hemp Products

February 24, 2025

While Governor Newsom’s emergency hemp regulations had a devastating impact on brick-and-mortar hemp business operations in California, the new bill from State Sen. Weiner, SB 378, takes aim at online sales from out-of-state.

Stay Up To Date! Don’t Miss Our New & Improved 50 State Hemp Product Spreadsheet for THCa, Beverages, and More

February 17, 2025

The biggest obstacle that hemp companies face is how to keep up with the ever-changing patchwork of state laws and regulations regarding hemp products. Kight Law has completely updated and revamped our popular 50 State Hemp Product Spreadsheet to be more comprehensive, more informative, and easier to read.

Is HHC about to be scheduled under international law?

January 31, 2025

In our continuing series on international legal developments in cannabis law, Kight Law attorney Anthony Traurig discusses the rapidly changing legal landscape for HHC in the EU and beyond.

Driving THCa Hemp Across the Country? Here’s How to Reduce the Risk.

January 27, 2025

Unfortunately, driving hemp across the country continues to be a risky endeavor. This article is intended to provide information that may help reduce the risk of a hemp driver being pulled over, the product seized, and/or the driver getting arrested.

What Is A “Synthetic” Cannabinoid? Two Chemists Clarify the Science

January 23, 2025

While there are well-documented synthetic pathways to the THCs isomerization is not synthetic, and delta-8 THC derived from hemp is not a synthetic compound.

Victory for Hemp Retailers: New York Supreme Court Rebukes Overreach by State Agencies

January 15, 2025

In a landmark ruling, the New York Supreme Court delivered a decisive victory for hemp retailers. This decision sets an important precedent, sending a clear message to regulators and law enforcement that constitutional rights cannot be trampled in the name of enforcement.

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The sun is setting on proposed hemp bills in the Sunshine State

Oklahoma Governor Initiates Attack on Legal Hemp Products

Arizona Attorney General Cracks Down on Hemp Products

France and Spain to legalize medical cannabis (finally)

Art for Asheville: Zamnesia Hosts “Art for Asheville Design Competition” to Support Hurricane Helene Recovery

North Carolina Hemp Bill a “Model” for Other States

California Bill Targets Online Sales of Hemp Products

Stay Up To Date! Don’t Miss Our New & Improved 50 State Hemp Product Spreadsheet for THCa, Beverages, and More

Is HHC about to be scheduled under international law?

Driving THCa Hemp Across the Country? Here’s How to Reduce the Risk.

What Is A “Synthetic” Cannabinoid? Two Chemists Clarify the Science

Victory for Hemp Retailers: New York Supreme Court Rebukes Overreach by State Agencies

Thought Leadership for the Hemp and Cannabis Industries

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