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Jul 29

Washington State tokers will soon have to clear their cars of exposed marijuana or suffer the consequences under the new open container law. legal use of recreational marijuana comes new laws that govern its accessibility in Washington State. Drivers will soon be required to remove their roaches, joints, baggies of bud or open packages of marijuana-infused edibles from their vehicles. read more

Dec 12

Illegal drugs and narcotics are known as controlled substances. Possessing controlled substances is considered a crime under state and federal laws. Being charged with drug possession can be a nerve-wracking experience, whether or not it's your first time being arrested. Although drug possession seems like a minor offense, being convicted can have major consequences. read more

Oct 24

Alcohol-related DUIs are the most common in Washington State, but an increasing number of people are being arrested while driving under the influence of marijuana. read more

Jul 24

Last week, Governor Jay Inslee signed Senate Bill 5912 into law. SB 5912 was passed unanimously in both the state house and senate, and most provisions will take effect on September 28th, 2013. The ... read more

Mar 19

Ever since Washington became one of the first two states to pass laws legalizing the recreational use of marijuana, the state's legislature has been working to develop rules for the emerging pot industry. read more

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