Will Texas become the next state to allow medical cannabis?

[Damagoman]

There is currently a bill that will allow MMJ as a defence in Texas.
From Texas NORML | Texas Chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws
" Will Texas become the next state to allow medical cannabis?
November 18th, 2008 9:21 pm

It is with great pleasure that I inform you all of the introduction of HB 164. The bill, introduced by Elliott Naishtat would allow an affirmative defense to cannabis possession. Basically, if passed, the bill would allow medical doctors to legally recommend that a patient use cannabis, if the potential benefits outweigh the health risks associated with the particular patient.

There is not a clear plan of action spelled out regarding an actual medical program, but if a patient is arrested or ticketed for the possession of cannabis, he or she may use the doctor recommendation in court to avoid further arrest, fines or probation.

HB 164 <–See the full text of the bill."
https://texasnorml.org/news/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/hb-164.pdf
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Texas Legislature Online - 81(R) History for HB 164


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[jocoguy]

Thank you for this bit of wonderful news i never thought this day would ever happen in texas i will be sure to write and call my Senators and Representative

i know of many people who really could use medical cannabis but would not use it now due to the fear of jail time lets also pry that this will pass

have a great day mango

 

[Damagoman]

Thanks Bubba, you too

I think there has been a bill like this before
But!!!
We got an acquittal in Amarillo that shows jury nullification on the side of MMJ,
this time.

 

[Keith Lake]

Sounds similar to the Maryland law.

You still get arrested and hassled and need a lawyer for court, but you are allowed to explain you use it for medicinal purposes as a means towards a not guilty verdict

It's better than not having any defense and a good start towards full legalizaton

I wish my friends in Texas the best of luck.

 

[Damagoman]

Thanks,
we need all we can get

And don't forget those Letters to The Editors


(I see why we are getting so many dupes(duplicate posts) these days)

 

[Cper]

Sounds similar to the Maryland law.

You still get arrested and hassled and need a lawyer for court, but you are allowed to explain you use it for medicinal purposes as a means towards a not guilty verdict

It's better than not having any defense and a good start towards full legalizaton

I wish my friends in Texas the best of luck.

I agree.

 

[Damagoman]

HB 164 was assigned to the public health committee.

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Chair: Rep. Lois W. Kolkhorst

Vice Chair: Rep. Lois W. Kolkhorst

Members:
Rep. Garnet Coleman
Rep. John Davis
Rep. Veronica Gonzales
Rep. Chuck Hopson
Rep. Susan King
Rep. Jodie Laubenberg
Rep. Jim McReynolds
Rep. Vicki Truitt
Rep. John Zerwas

 

[ui3ywer8y3]

Here it is almost 10 years later, Greg Abbott is governor, and he just recently said cannabis (medical & recreational) will not be legalized while he is in office. He's GOT to go!