Synthetic marijuana has been around for years now but a recent “spike” in overdoses has brought it back into the spotlight. Synthetic marijuana products like spice and K2 are illegal in Pennsylvania as well as across the country. These designer drugs are made in laboratories and sold commercially. While they are sold as marijuana substitutes, they…
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Pennsylvania Men Arrested for Bath Salts, Synthetic Marijuana
Recent news that four Lancaster County men have been arrest for charges related to synthetic marijuana and bath salts once again highlight the use of these drugs and their popularity in Pennsylvania. Despite the statewide ban on these drugs, it is very common to find people using these substances. Both the DEA and the Commonwealth…
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New Designer Drugs Pose a Problem for Forensic Science
Recently Gov. Corbett signed a law banning bath salts and other forms of synthetic marijuana and drugs. However, even before the ink dried, the inevitable happened: People made new drugs. From synthetic drugs to exotic plants to cleaners and chemicals, people have found new ways to get high and continue the cat-and-mouse game with the…
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Pennsylvania Bans Bath Salts and Synthetic Marijuana
The Pennsylvania State Senate has moved to ban bath salts and synthetic marijuana. The bill now awaits Gov. Corbett’s signature to be passed into law. Under the proposed bill, bath salts and synthetic drugs like Spice and K2 will be banned and classified as “Schedule 1” drugs. Penalties for Bath Salts and Synthetic Marijuana Unless…
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Dear PA DUI Attorney: Can You Land a DUI for Synthetic Marijuana?
Every Friday we take a look at some of the most commonly asked questions about Pennsylvania DUI so we can clear up any misconceptions and provide you with the most up-to-date and accurate information about PA DUI laws and related topics. Today: Dear Justin, Someone was talking about K2 and Spice, a “synthetic marijuana”, and said…
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