May 2, 2024 · Marijuana is a psychoactive drug that generally consists of leaves and flowers of the cannabis sativa plant. Marijuana is a Schedule I controlled substance under the federal …

At the federal level, cannabis is classified as a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act, determined to have a high potential for abuse and no accepted medical use, prohibiting its …

Jun 18, 2025 · Yes, possessing, growing, or selling marijuana is a federal crime, even if you are in a state where it has been legalized for medical or recreational use. The issue lies in the direct …

Oct 21, 2025 · Federal Cannabis Legalization turns 50 this year—if you start counting from 1975, when decriminalization first splashed across a handful of progressive states before stalling for …

Feb 24, 2025 · Both the possession and distribution of marijuana are illegal under federal laws on marijuana, specifically, the Controlled Substances Act. Federal law makes it illegal to use, …

Oct 13, 2025 · This brief article explains the Supremacy Clause of the United States Constitution and how it affects the discrepancy between cannabis laws at the state and federal levels.

Oct 23, 2023 · Despite the liberalization of state laws, marijuana continues to be illegal under federal law. Marijuana is a controlled substance under federal law, like cocaine or heroin.

Sep 30, 2025 · Are you wondering what the marijuana laws are in your state? This marijuana legalization map clearly defines the laws in each state and remains up-to-date with the latest …

Since the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) of 1970, cannabis has retained its federal status as a Schedule I drug, contending that it has (1) a high potential for abuse, (2) no currently accepted …

Feb 16, 2024 · State Medical Cannabis Laws At a glance At the federal level, cannabis remains classified as a Schedule I substance under the Controlled Substances Act, where Schedule I …