The Expungement Clinics at 420 Expo will be conducted by legal experts such as Andrew Cooper, chair, Cannabis & Psychedelics Practice Group at Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP.
Cooper shares how important this free information is for supporting social justice: “People with cannabis convictions often find it impossible to find jobs, housing or college loans. They often lose their right to vote and the ability to receive public assistance. Many employers won’t hire anyone with a drug conviction or have policies requiring immediate termination if a past drug arrest is discovered — with or without a conviction. The issue is even more profound when you consider that a significant majority of those arrested for cannabis have been simple possession charges.”
Additional attorneys from the region will also be taking part in the clinics as well as offering legal advice during the event, including Michael Hoffman, John Williams, Tara Hopper and others who are donating their time to this effort.
“We are thrilled to bring this type of necessary social support to our three-day cannabis celebration,” Dan Davis, co-founder of 420 Expo, said.