French Ban On Hemp-Derived CBD Judged Contrary To EU Law
Executive Summary
France cannot ban the sale of CBD oil derived from the whole hemp plant and should introduce less restrictive regulations on cannabidiol, according to an advocate general of Europe's highest court. The case will likely set a precedent for CBD regulation in the EU.
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