Fred Rocafort

Fred is a former diplomat who joined Harris Bricken after more than a decade of international legal experience, primarily in China, Vietnam, and Thailand. Fred co-hosts Harris Bricken’s weekly Global Law and Business podcast, which covers legal and economic developments in locales around the world to decipher global trends in law and business with the help from international guests.

Lawsuit Says DEA Acting In Bad Faith Over Marijuana

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Can Marijuana Consumers Donate Needed Blood

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Be More Productive During The Holidays With Marijuana

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It Is The DEA Against The Vast Majority Of The Public About Marijuana

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Can Little Cannabis Help Big Tobacco

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A Glass Of Water Should Only Sit Out For This Long

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Posts

Panama Set to Have Legal Medical Cannabis, But Hemp Bill Stalls

Fred Rocafort - October 11, 2021

Once the bill is signed into law, Panama will be in a somewhat odd situation: It will gave a legal regime for medical cannabis, but not one for hemp.

Legalization In Latin America: Who’s Next After Mexico?

Fred Rocafort - July 7, 2021

Following Mexico’s historic move, cannabis observers are wondering who the next newsmaker will be.

Spain Moves Toward Medical Cannabis Regulation

Fred Rocafort - May 27, 2021

According to a recent poll, approximately 90% of Spaniards would favor medical cannabis legalization.

Forced Labor And Cannabis

Fred Rocafort - May 10, 2021

The cannabis industry has the opportunity to get things right from the start, avoiding the pitfalls encountered by companies in other sectors.

Weed in Candy Bags Sign of Bad Policy

Fred Rocafort - April 5, 2021

Florida officials are on “high alert” as THC edibles “are making their way into the hands of children and teens.”

Puerto Rico: The Recent Election May Still Be Good News for Recreational Cannabis

Fred Rocafort - November 9, 2020

At this stage, it is hard to envision any impetus for cannabis reform from the governor’s mansion. The legislature, however, might be a different story.

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