Maryland: Defense For Medical Marijuana Clears Legislature

Submitted by restore on Tue, 04/12/2011 - 22:19

There is a truth that must be heard! ANNAPOLIS, Md. – A new defense for Maryland residents who use marijuana for medical reasons has cleared the Maryland General Assembly.

The Senate gave final approval to the bill on a 39-5 vote.

The bill would enable Marylanders to avoid a $100 fine and misdemeanor conviction if they are arrested with marijuana but have a doctor’s permission to use the drug for medicinal purposes.

The measure also calls for a study on how medical marijuana could be distributed in the future in Maryland.

Gov. Martin O’Malley says he’ll sign the bill.


Source: http://baltimore.cbslocal.com/2011/04/12/defense-for-medical-marijuana-c...