When the Worlds of Marijuana, State Law and U.S. Immigration Meet: Yes Means No
By: Richard Hanus, Esq. Published November 14, 2022 Mixed signals. This is the best way to describe our society’s stance when it comes to marijuana use and U.S. immigration law. Our state laws send one message, such as in Illinois where marijuana use and distribution is now legal. Our federal laws though send a completely opposite message, prohibiting these very same activities. When it comes to applying for a Green Card or U.S. citizenship – immigration benefits rooted in federal law – an admission you smoked or distributed weed, including pursuant to authority under state law, can crazily lead to application denial. Even worse, you might [...]