by Hibah Samad, Reporter
May 30, 2014
Many marijuana advocates are not pleased with the law.
Brandon Muhs says marijuana has helped him overcome disabilities.
He says the new Minnesota law will leave people like him, out in the cold.
“It’s setting everyone back,” advocate Brandon Muhs said.
As a medical marijuana advocate, Muhs plans to move to Minnesota because of the new law, but he might not qualify for medical marijuana and he’s disappointed.
“My concerns is that they are not allowing people to have the opportunity to use their healthcare properly,” Muhs said.
Muhs is talking about the use of marijuana leaves, which is excluded in the law.
The only forms allowed will include pill, oil, and vapor as a treatment for patients battling illnesses like cancer, glaucoma, and AIDS.
“There will be a revolving door on that program people are going to get on. They will find it’s not working for them and try to get out of it, and use or get caught with plant material,” Muhs said.
Muhs believes the smoking form is the most efficient use for immediate relief.
“I’m happy for the few people it will help, that’s the most important thing,” Muhs said.
Clay County Attorney Brian Melton has been keeping a close eye on the law.
He says lawmakers have done the best they can to make sure people who need marijuana will get it.
“If you look at how Minnesota put together the law at least it’s controlled manufacture, and controlled distributions of it,” Clay County Attorney Brian Melton said.
For the people who can’t get their hands on it…
“I’m sure there are people out there will be using it illegally, just like we have it now. I don’t think it will change. We will still be combating those issues,” Melton said.
Medical marijuana will be available in Minnesota in mid-2015.
Two manufacturing facilities and eight dispensaries will be permitted state-wide.
Marijuana Bill Upsets Advocates
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