 last week signed legislation that creates a resentencing process for individuals with certain felony cannabis){kind=link}
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) last week signed legislation that creates a resentencing process for individuals with certain felony cannabis convictions. The bill creates a process by which a person adjudicated delinquent or convicted of certain offenses involving, or violations of probation or community supervision related to, the possession, manufacture, sale, giving, distribution, transportation, or delivery of cannabis committed prior to July 1, 2021, who remains incarcerated or on probation or community supervision on July 1, 2026, may receive an automatic hearing to consider modification of their sentence.
In a statement, Spanberger noted that “for decades, marijuana enforcement disproportionately impacted minority communities and communities of color, contributing to inequities in the criminal justice system that Virginia must no longer ignore.”
“As laws have changed in Virginia, it is important to ensure that those who have been previously convicted of offenses under since-changed laws receive fair treatment and sentencing review. “My administration will ensure that this process is effectively implemented across the Commonwealth.” — Spanberger in a press release
More than 1,000 Virginians have been incarcerated for marijuana-related offenses or are under community supervision. These convictions date back to 2021 and are no longer punishable.
The bill requires that local law enforcement officials determine, before September 1, the individuals currently incarcerated or under community supervision for applicable offences and provide a list to courts. Judges must then set hearings to determine any sentence modifications.
Cannabis Law Resources in Poland
Discover essential legal information about the cultivation of cannabis, its sale, and regulations governing medical products in Poland. You can use these resources to learn about the requirements for certifications, permissions and compliance.
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Polish News Registration and Interests of Cannabis Businesses
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Permissions for Cannabis Sales in Poland
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Authorization for Importing or Manufacturing Medical Products
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Permission for Manufacturing or Importing Medical Products
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Certificate of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
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Registration of Medical Products in Poland