Medical Marijuana in California ? What You Need to Know
The ratification of medical marijuana or cannabis among 15 states in the U.S. as well as other countries attracts so much attention all over the world. Some would comment that this should have been done years ago and some would say that they would never allow this to happen to their country. Debates and researches regarding medical marijuana is continuously becoming a battle. Whether to legalize it or not somehow depends on studies that continuously proves the wonder effects of active chemicals that are found in marijuana. Unfortunately, these studies sometimes lack financing.
Under the federal law, marijuana is classified as schedule I drug. By definition, the drug is potentially extremely abused and has no approved therapeutic use. However, controversy exists whether to remove marijuana in this classification. California is the very first state to pass this kind of law under the Compassionate Users Act of 1996. The is well drafted but continuous amendments and hearings are being done.
The approves the possession and growth of cannabis. Registered and qualified patients and their primary caregiver should not have more than eight ounces of the drug; possess no more than six matured plants or 12 immature plants. They are also allowed to cultivate cannabis not more than six pots for personal use only, and it should be in secured location.
Making business with dispensing medical marijuana is a good opportunity although they should be registered as non profit. A dispensary should be fully knowledgeable about the laws covering the practice of medical marijuana use. There are many resources in the internet about how to begin a medical marijuana dispensary service or you can ask about the application process in the CA Medical Marijuana Program (MMP). If your state grants medical marijuana use, there are schools who conduct trainings and seminars.
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