Increasingly, people are using psychedelic drugs (also known as hallucinogens) to treat various mental health and substance abuse disorders. “Magic” mushrooms are among the most common. Several cities in Northern California (in addition to Portland and Denver) have...
Although California has a reputation for leading the country in drug policy reform, criminal offenses related to controlled substances are still one of the top reasons for prosecution in the state. Thousands of people every year end up arrested for possession,...
If you are curious about the legal ramifications of possessing Lysergic Acid Diethylamide, commonly known as LSD, you have come to the right place. LSD is a powerful hallucinogenic substance known for its ability to induce altered perceptions and profound sensory...
You know that you can be arrested if you’re caught with illegal drugs in California. An example could be something like cocaine or heroin. These are controlled substances that people are not allowed to use under any circumstances. They are widely used in a...
You’ve been legally using marijuana in California for a long time. This was one of the first states to begin allowing medical use and it also allows recreational use. It may be to the point where you don’t even think of marijuana as a drug because, under state law,...
While California certainly has progressive drug laws when compared with much of the nation, that doesn't mean that young adults can experiment with controlled or prohibited substances without consequence. Although many teenagers and young adults don't recognize the...
Many states and municipalities have legalized the use, sale and possession of kratom. This natural herbal leaf comes from an evergreen tree that is related to the coffee plant. It is indigenous to certain regions of Southeast Asia and has been used for centuries for...
Some states have separate statutes addressing drug driving and drunk driving. California's driving under the influence (DUI) law addresses both kinds of infractions. However, the law is easier for people to understand as it applies to alcohol. There is a specific...
California is one of several states that have taken positive steps to tackle a significant factor contributing to overdose deaths. Namely, many people die because people are too scared to seek help for fear of arrest. The Uniform Controlled Substances Act protects you...
Many people believe that they are being kind when they offer to share a prescription medication with someone else. That person is likely someone that they care about and someone who has a similar ailment to themselves. They believe the prescription medication can be...
