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Aug 17, 2026

NJ public defenders launch AI platform to streamline legal work

New Jersey public defenders are using a secure AI platform to streamline legal research, draft briefs and free time for client advocacy.

RISE Dispensary Bloomfield has hosted expungement clinics with Blaze Responsibly for local patients and adult-use customers.
Aug 6, 2026

Rise to host free marijuana expungement clinic in Paterson

Marking Rise Dispensaries' 10th event with Blaze Responsibility, the Aug. 8 clinic will offer legal aid and community resources in Paterson.

RISE Dispensary Bloomfield has hosted expungement clinics with Blaze Responsibly for local patients and adult-use customers.
Apr 24, 2025

Rise Dispensary to host expungement clinic in Paterson

Held in partnership with public resource center Blaze Responsibly, the event aims to help adults age 21 and up with removal of nonviolent marijuana-related convictions from their records.

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