Impact of California Law Legalizing Off-Duty Marijuana Use for Cops

In a recent article published in Police Magazine, LCW Partner Geoffrey S. Sheldon addresses the implications of California’s AB 2188, which protects off-duty cannabis use for law enforcement officers. Sheldon emphasizes concerns regarding conflicts with federal laws such as the Gun Control Act and advises agencies on navigating compliance issues amidst potential legal challenges. He states, “I think the trends, and reading the tea leaves, and seeing where the direction of the country is probably headed with respect to marijuana, I think most chiefs are going to lean towards complying with the new state law and permitting off-duty cannabis.”

To read the full article, please click the following link: https://www.policemag.com/patrol/news/15665343/impact-of-california-law-legalizing-offduty-marijuana-use-for-copsx