The use of marijuana for medical purposes is now
legalized in some states. However, this is still not legal under federal law.
And apart from that, not many patients know their rights, in case they are
wrongfully accused by uninformed authorities.
Wrongful accusations can happen and it is important
that you know your rights and know when to call a medical marijuana licensing
lawyer. Since this is still considered a new law in some states, patients may
need to catch up on what’s okay and what’s not.
What is the amount of medical marijuana that is
legal for you to have or grow at home? It should be limited to 12 immature
plants or 6 mature ones. This is equivalent to 8 ounces of dried medical
marijuana. That limit is per patient. However, if a physician allows more, you
can always do so. But when you’re searched, make sure that you can present
proof that it is doctor’s advice.
Given that smoking medical marijuana is now legal,
can you smoke it anywhere? Of course, not. Know where you can smoke it so you
can avoid being arrested. Medical marijuana cannot be smoked 1000 feet from a
school and youth center. It can’t be smoke on a school bus, moving vehicles,
correctional facilities and any kind of workplace.
Knowing that smoking medical marijuana is already
legal, you should know that you can still be arrested and charged for illegal
possession of drugs. This is why you always need a medical marijuana card or
proof of doctor’s recommendation that you need medical marijuana for treatment.
For those who possess or cultivating more marijuana than the limit, these are
people most likely to be arrested. Nonetheless, for all wrongfully accused,
they can always hire a medical marijuana licensing lawyer.
Now, if a police officer approaches you, the first
thing is to always stay calm because you aren’t doing anything wrong. If he
asks to search your vehicle, do not consent to it. Tell him immediately that
you do not consent a search and that you are exercising your constitutional
rights to privacy. If the police forces his way to search you, tell your medical
marijuana licensing lawyer about this as this can be used as evidence in court.
When you’re smoking marijuana, the authorities are
always looking into you. This is why you should avoid anything that can cause
suspicion or make them want to search you. Usually, marijuana smokers are checked
when they make noise and neighbors complain, or they smoke while driving and
commit a traffic violation. Also, be sure not to smoke out in the open,
neighbors may feel uncomfortable about it and call the police on it.
So, if you’re smoking marijuana, always have proof
for it. If you’re wrongfully charged or arrested, call a medical marijuana
licensing lawyer immediately.
Law Office of Kari L. MacDonald, P.A.
634 E. Bloomingdale Ave. Brandon, FL 33511
(813) 655-1075
