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State DUID Laws Every state has DUID (driving under the influence of drugs) legislation on the books. These laws fall into three distinct categories: Effect-Based DUID Laws, Per Se DUID Laws, "Zero Tolerance" Per Se Laws. 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: • Commonwealth of Massachusetts vs. Benjamin Cruz • United States of America v. Lumni Zhuta • Legal Brief on the Defense of Necessity • State of Oregon v. Joel Dennis Berringer The NORML Legal Committee The NLC is composed of attorneys committed to the overall goals of NORML. Find a lawyer. 2010 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. 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 Drug Testing Get information on the legal basis for testing, urinalysis and how to prepare for a test. 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. 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. Take Action Join NORML Things are changing and you can be a part of it. Help change the laws. Someday, someone may thank you for it.

Cincinnati City Council To Suspend Marijuana Recriminalization Law Bush Holdover Unanimously Confirmed To Head U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration Holy Hemp! Pat Roberston Supports Ending Cannabis Prohibition In An Effort To Get 'Smart On Crime' Gov't hypes drugged driving threat, calls for zero tolerance DUID laws nationwide Willie Nelson After His Most Recent Pot Arrest: Let’s Start A Tea Pot Party! TV Ad - Police Chief McNamara California: Marijuana Infraction Measure Becomes Law Join NORML For The 27th Annual Key West Legal Seminar Marijuana Prosecutions For Year 2009 Near Record High California: Blacks, Latinos Arrested Disproportionately For Marijuana Possession Offenses, Study Says White House 2010 National Drug Strategy Calls For Expansion Of Per Se 'Drugged' Driving Laws

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