Legal References- Referals, California Medical Marijuana Attorney

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Legal References

CA State Law

The California State Law links expire, so to get to the laws manually follow these steps:

Click here for the California State Law Search Page.
When the page opens click the Health and Safety Code check box
Scroll down and type 11362 into the search text field
Click the search button
In the list that should appear, click the section you are looking for. Sections 11362.7-11362.83 protect patients while 11362.5 protect caregivers and section 23152 discusses driving under the influence.
You should be there. Read the laws or scroll around to find the section you are looking for.

Click here for California Senate Bill 420

Learn why Medical Cannabis is Legal

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Compassionate Use Act of 1996 (Prop 215)

It is what started it all! The Health and Safety code 1362.5 was created to provide safe access to patients and protection for doctors who recommend medical marijuana. Because the law was written vaguely, further legislation was needed to define the law.

SB 420 (pdf)

Created to explain the legal applications of Proposition 215 and the legitimacy of cooperates and collectives. In addition, this senate bill opens the door for a medical marijuana ID card system.

California Constitution Article 3

Article requires California state officials to abide by state law, regardless of federal law.

California Supreme Court Mower Decision

This decision protects patients and orders state officials to treat medical cannabis just like any other prescribed medication.

US Supreme Court-Walters vs. Conant

This decision enables doctors to recommend medical marijuana without fear of Federal reprisal.

Information and LINKS

http://www.calnorml.org

http://www.mpp.org

http://www.safeaccessnow.org

http://www.norml.org

http://www.letfreedomgrow.com