Law

Modern Cannabis Policy: Should DOJ and ATF Recalibrate Enforcement?

The Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) sit at the tension point between federal drug control and evolving state cannabis markets.

HIPAA vs. Background Checks: Do Firearm Background Checks Violate Patient Confidentiality?

When it comes to the intersection of health privacy and gun ownership, one of the most debated questions is whether firearm background checks infringe on patient confidentiality protected by HIPAA—the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.

Between State Law and Federal Code: The Ambiguity of the ‘Unlawful User’ Standard

When state and federal law collide, everyday citizens often find themselves caught in the crossfire.