New Mexico Marijuana Companies Suing Feds Over Seized State-Legal Products Say Government’s Position Is ‘A Study In Contradictions’

Marijuana Moment

May 5, 2025, 04:44 MST

Reports that New Mexico cannabis businesses urged a judge to keep their October 2024 lawsuit alive, arguing that CBP’s seizures of state-legal cannabis contradict federal hemp policies and DOJ guidance. The lawsuit claims constitutional violations and seeks equal enforcement for the industry.

New Mexico cannabis coalition refiles lawsuit against Border Patrol over seized state-legal marijuana

Green Market Report

February 19, 2025, 08:03 MST

Eight companies, including Mesilla Valley Extracts, refiled an amended federal lawsuit against DHS and CBP, alleging illegal seizures of over $1 million in cannabis, cash, and vehicles since early 2024. The suit claims Fifth and Tenth Amendment violations and seeks to bar future seizures, following a DOJ motion to dismiss the original lawsuit.

Lawsuit Filed Over Border Patrol Seizures

The Paper.

November 1, 2024, 13:02 MST

Details a lawsuit by eight companies against DHS and CBP over seizures of cannabis, cash, and vehicles, alleging lack of due process. Filed on October 22, 2024, it seeks policy changes to recognize state-legal cannabis.

New Mexico Marijuana Businesses Sue Biden Administration Over Border Patrol Seizures Of State-Legal Products

Marijuana Moment

October 24, 2024, 11:36 MST

Reports that a coalition of businesses sued CBP, claiming over $1 million in losses from unconstitutional seizures and seeking return of property or compensation. The lawsuit alleges harm to New Mexico’s regulatory framework.

NM marijuana firms sue federal agencies over 'unlawful' seizures

MJBizDaily

October 24, 2024, 12:30 MST

Eight companies, including Mesilla Valley Extracts, filed a federal lawsuit against DHS and CBP, alleging unconstitutional seizures of over $1 million in cannabis, cash, and property. The suit seeks return of property and a process to challenge seizures.