What is happening with California state medical cannabis regulations? In 2015, California's Medical Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (MCRSA) passed, which established licensing and regulatory framework for medical cannabis cultivation, manufacture, transport, storage, … [Read more...]
New California Medical Marijuana Regulations – Part One
New California Medical Marijuana Regulations have been passed by legislators. On September 11, 2015, legislators in California passed three important medical cannabis bills, Assembly Bills 266 and 243 and Senate Bill 643. These bills are contingent upon each other, and will … [Read more...]
Pooches Pot and Privacy
Pooches pot and privacy . . . In the midst of a poor economy and high unemployment, our Supreme Court Justices have turned their attention to, yes, sniff dogs. US Supreme Court will decide if the use of dogs to sniff out indoor grow houses is legal or an invasion of … [Read more...]
California Medical Marijuana Compassionate Use Act is Again Under Attack
It appears that the California Medical Marijuana Compassionate Use Act is again under attack. In Los Angeles this week, as reported by the Huffington Post, “The U.S. attorney's office sued three property owners that house pot collectives and sent warning letters to 68 others as … [Read more...]
Obtaining a Medical Marijuana recommendation in California
Q: I have chronic pain and would like to purchase medical marijuana from a dispensary. How do I go about obtaining a medical marijuana recommendation in California that is legal? A: More and more people are seeking medical marijuana as an alternative way to alleviate chronic … [Read more...]
Medical Marijuana Use While on Vacation in California
Q: Medical Marijuana use while on vacation in California? I have a valid California medical marijuana recommendation because I have cancer and am going through chemotherapy. I would like to take my kids camping this summer. Can I use my medicine at a campsite? A: Although … [Read more...]
California Medical Marijuana – What if I’m On Probation?
Q: I have a serious medical condition, and my physician has recommended the use of medical marijuana to treat. But I’m on probation for a past offense, and my probation terms say I can’t have any drugs or alcohol in my system. Should I ask probation if they can make an … [Read more...]
California Medical Marijuana Program ID Card
Q: What is the Best Protection A: Under California law, all patients must possess a physician’s recommendation for medical marijuana. Under the California Medical Marijuana Plan (MMP), however, a patient may also apply to their local county Department of Public Health for a … [Read more...]
California Medical Marijuana – Return of Property
Q: I was arrested for marijuana possession. Since I have a physicians California medical marijuana recommendation, I was able to get the charges dismissed, but the police are still holding my marijuana. Do they have the right to keep it, even though my case was dismissed? Is … [Read more...]
Medical Marijuana and Child Custody Issues
Q: I have been married for several years, and unfortunately am now going through a divorce with my spouse. We have children, and I think we’re going to be able to work out our issues with visitation and custody. But I also smoke medical marijuana for a health condition I have. … [Read more...]
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