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Controlled Substances Act

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legalcorporate1 year ago

"EBay Settles for $59 Million Over Online Pill Press Sales"

eBay has agreed to pay a $59m settlement over allegations of selling equipment that can be used to manufacture illegal drugs, including pill presses and encapsulating machines, in violation of the Controlled Substances Act. The US justice department claimed that the equipment was sold to individuals later convicted of drug-related crimes, contributing to the opioid crisis. eBay denied the allegations but settled to avoid litigation costs, pledging to take additional actions to comply with the law.

legal-e-commerce1 year ago

"EBay Settles $59M DOJ Lawsuit Over Online Pill Press Sales"

The Department of Justice reached a $59 million settlement with eBay over allegations that the e-commerce platform facilitated the sale of thousands of pill presses that could be used to make illegal drugs. The settlement, the fourth largest under the Controlled Substances Act, requires eBay to implement changes to prevent the sale of such items in the future and enhance its compliance program. eBay denies the allegations but has agreed to pay the penalty and make the specified changes.

legal-business1 year ago

eBay Settles for $59 Million Over Online Pill Press Sales

eBay has agreed to pay $59 million to settle allegations that it violated the Controlled Substances Act by selling thousands of pill presses and encapsulating machines through its website without complying with the Act's requirements, which are designed to prevent illegal use of the equipment. The machines can be used to produce counterfeit pills, including those laced with fentanyl. The settlement also requires eBay to enhance its compliance program and comes as part of the Justice Department's efforts to hold companies accountable for contributing to the opioid epidemic.

politics2 years ago

Congressional Cannabis Caucus Leaders Respond to Biden Official's Marijuana Scheduling Update

Congressional marijuana reform leaders are optimistic that a cannabis scheduling review, directed by President Joe Biden, could be completed this year, according to a top Biden administration official. HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra said that he hopes to send the president a scheduling decision “this year.” Three co-chairs of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus expressed cautious optimism that the secretary will follow through with action in the coming months. Once HHS finalizes its review, it will send a scheduling recommendation to DEA, which makes the final call.

drug-policy2 years ago

Nevada Legislature Passes Controversial Bills on Marijuana, Assisted Dying, and Gender Identity.

The Nevada Senate has passed a resolution urging Congress to federally legalize marijuana, citing its medical uses and the financial barriers faced by marijuana businesses under federal prohibition. The resolution requires a copy to be sent to the Vice President, the Speaker of the House, and each member of the Nevada Congressional Delegation. The ACLU of Nevada praised the legislature's intent, stating that cannabis has medical value and does not belong on Schedule 1 of the Controlled Substances Act. The Delaware Senate also approved a similar resolution in March, while Congress is expected to reintroduce comprehensive cannabis legalization legislation.