(ST. JOHN’S, NL) – The Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit (CFSEU – NL) is an integrated investigative unit consisting of members from both the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) in Newfoundland and Labrador .
On November 29th, 2016, at approximately 10:00 p.m., members of the CFSEU-NL executed a search warrant at Cannaleaf Medical Dispensary, an illegal marijuana dispensary in downtown St. John’s.
Seized was a large amount of Cannabis products including Marijuana and Shatter. Also seized were edibles infused with Tetrahydrocannabinol, commonly referred to as THC, such as brownies, cookies, gummy bears, sour keys, lollipops, medicated bath fizz, and oils, along with a vehicle and a large quantity of Canadian Currency.
Four persons were arrested and charges are pending under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
****** A warning to parents: The candies and cookies seized are similar to any which can be purchased in stores within the province. They are infused with THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol), which is the psychoactive constituent of Cannabis. These Cannabis products can be harmful to children. ****
The current laws state:
Dispensaries and Compassion Clubs: The Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) prohibits possession, trafficking, import and export, and production of controlled substances, including marijuana, unless authorized by regulations. Neither the Marihuana for Medical Purposes Regulations (MMPR), nor any other Health Canada regulations authorize licensed producers to provide marijuana for medical purposes through a storefront. Health Canada lists all licensed producers on its website. Health Canada does not authorize the operation of retail storefronts, such as "compassion clubs" or "dispensaries". They are illegal.
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