The Justice Department issued a new medical marijuana policy on October 19, 2023, stating that federal prosecutors should not pursue cases against individuals using or supplying medical marijuana in compliance with state laws. This policy aims to prioritize federal resources and reduce the fear of prosecution among patients with medical needs. The discussion reveals a divide among participants regarding the enforcement of existing laws versus the need for legislative change, with some arguing that the policy undermines the rule of law while others see it as a necessary step towards re-evaluating drug laws.
PREREQUISITESLegal professionals, policymakers, healthcare providers, and advocates for drug policy reform will benefit from this discussion, particularly those involved in the medical marijuana sector and federal law enforcement.
Sorry, I'm not interested in arguing with someone who rejects substantiation out of hand and never substantiates their own arguments. It's pointless.Al68 said:Can you give an example of this? I was under the impression that "states rights" normally referred to claims that a federal law was invalid ("not correct", "wrong") due to the tenth amendment.
The Supreme Court has overturned many laws based on that argument in recent years.
Does "states rights" refer to something else?
OK. Maybe someone else will answer. BTW, forum rules can be found here: https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=113181 . :!)russ_watters said:Sorry, I'm not interested in arguing with someone who rejects substantiation out of hand and never substantiates their own arguments. It's pointless.