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Cannabis Legalization News: The Legal Status of Intoxicating Hemp Derivatives

In this episode, we dive deep into the legality of intoxicating hemp derivatives such as THCO, Delta8 THC, THCP, and HHC. We explore the implications of a federal case, Tanya Anderson vs. Diamondback Investment Group, LLC, and the recent Fourth Circuit ruling. The episode discusses how current regulations under the USDA and FDA classify these products and why they may be considered illegal adulterated food products. We also cover the regulatory developments in Illinois and other states, shedding light on the convoluted legal landscape surrounding hemp and marijuana legalization.

00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:16 Legal Status of Intoxicating Hemp Derivatives
00:30 Case Study: Tanya Anderson vs. Diamondback Investment Group
00:53 Federal Regulations and Definitions
01:18 Twitter Wars and Viewer Engagement
02:12 Deep Dive into the Fourth Circuit Case
02:26 FDA Regulations and Adulterated Products
05:14 Comparing Definitions: Corn vs. Hemp
09:56 Illinois' New Regulatory Scheme
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12:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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