American woman allegedly smuggled drugs for free trip to Japan
One of the women told police that she took the job for the money and because "I was attracted by the fact I could go to Japan for free," Nippon TV reported.
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One of the women told police that she took the job for the money and because "I was attracted by the fact I could go to Japan for free," Nippon TV reported.
According to the suit the new rules are unlawful because they bypass the Legislature to change the definition of hemp.
Bell now faces one felony count of possession of a controlled substance and a misdemeanor count of possession of marijuana.
"All of this was thanks to the work of the dog," said the commander of the Canine Operations Battalion. "It wasn't based on intelligence."
New Texas regulations took effect March 31 that capped THC in smokable hemp products at 0.3%, banning some popular items.
The new rules also significantly raise annual licensing costs for hemp businesses, increasing manufacturer fees from just over $250 to $10,000.
The sheriff's office said the women admitted to being paid $40,000 to smuggle the items.
President Trump signed an order to reschedule marijuana to a lower drug classification, one of the most significant changes to drug policy in decades.
A photo from the prison showed a raw steak, crab legs and Old Bay with side plastic baggies of marijuana and a couple of cartons of cigarettes.
Consumer demand for cannabis-infused beverages is growing even as Americans drink less booze, with major brands testing the waters.
"I'll say to the general public that we want to make sure we do everything we can to protect our kids," Gov. Abbott said
The Texas lieutenant governor has been one of the most vocal proponents of a ban on THC.
Abbott issued an executive order Wednesday morning that bans the sale of hemp products to people under 21.
The bill banning THC will not make it out of this special session, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced Wednesday.
As dozens of new laws take effect across Texas this month, the ban on THC-infused vape products is already having a visible impact on small businesses across North Texas.
The Texas Senate gave first approval to the second reading of the bill banning THC on Wednesday.
Gov. Greg Abbott explicitly asked lawmakers to regulate, not ban, hemp products.
The newly filed bill, which was first vetoed by Gov. Greg Abbott, imposes new rules for smoke shops in Texas.
With an ambitious agenda before them, Texas lawmakers kicked off the first of what could be several special sessions.
Republican state representatives discuss what they expect to be done regarding the vetoed THC ban bill during the called special session.
Thousands sent letters saying better regulation of THC products was needed, but a ban would shut down over 8,000 businesses.
Political observers said having the two top state leaders at odds with each other is raising questions about a possible split within the Republican-run state.
"The governor of the State of Texas wants to legalize recreational marijuana in Texas," said Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, a staunch supporter of SB3.
The Allen Police Department, with help from the DEA, seized products at three warehouses in Dallas, while other agencies raided the owners' homes in Carrollton, Colleyville, and Plano.
Voters have to approve this constitutional amendment during the election this November.
