Florida's First Cannabis Enterprise Authorized To Cultivate, Process, & Dispense

                                         " Trulieve " Medical Marijuana Dispensary

                                                        "Grand Opening" 1st In Florida, Next Week 

                                            

July 21, 2016

by gary ratchford

Qualified patients in Florida considered, "terminally" ill may obtain full strength marijuana.  Low

THC strain marijuana, a non euphoric form, is also legal for qualified patients, which has proven

helpful with seizures, & related medical conditions. 

Special, state authorized, physicians may prescribe both cases, full strength marijuana for the terminally ill,  & low THC strain, non euphoric marijuana, however current, Florida law prohibits smoking cannabis for any reason, so cannabis products at this time are limited to oils, balms, 

tinctures.

Trulieve is the first Cannabis company,  of six companies Florida has authorized to cultivate, process, & dispense, cannabis & is Located in North Florida, Gadsen County.  

The other five companies are;
 #1. Chestnut Hill Tree Farm, Alachua County,  #2. Grandiflora , Alachua County, (San Felasco Nurseries),   #3. Surterra Therapeutics, (Alpha Foliage Nurseries, Inc.), Hillsborough, County  #4.   Modern Health Concepts, (Costo Nursery Farms)  Miami, Dade County  #5. Knox Nursery, Orange County.
Hackney Nursery (Trulieve) , received notice Wednesday it must begin dispensing to qualified patients within 210 days.

Even though #cannabis will be legal the number of patients eligible remains very limited , and is a good reason to get out, & #vote #YesOn2 for #medicalmarijuana , & to encourage other #voters .

Accredited Florida Sheriff Supports Medical Marijuana 

July 20, 2016

by gary ratchford

Florida Sheriff, Jim Manfre is best known in Flagler County, Florida for his abilities to protect,

& serve, & keep Flagler County residents safe.  The Florida Commission On Accreditation awarded
the Flagler, County Sheriffs Office The highest Accreditation in the state of Florida.

                  See video.http://www.fox35orlando.com/good-day/115002599-video

Sheriff Jim Manfre graduated BS Fordham University, Phi Beta Kappa, Magna Cum Laude, JD , St Johns University School Of Law, basic training, Florida Sheriffs Association, 2001, FBI counter terrorism training, Florida Sheriffs Association ., 2001-03 , FBI executive training.

As an investigator, and trial preparation assistant in Bronx County from 1980-83 he served as District Attorney, Major Offense Bureau.   District attorney for economic crime, & arson bureau in Kings County, 1983, 84 .  An assistant  D.A. Suffolk County, NY 1984-88 . Special assistant D.A. Suffolk  County, NY 1988-96 .  Sheriff Flagler County, 2001-05 .  Elected Sheriff Flagler County 2012,

Sheriff Jim Manfre, Flagler County is currently running for re-election in Flagler County, Florida, and support the legalization of medical marijuana in Florida , understands patients needs from a personal illness in his own family.

Watch the video attached with an interview with "Fox35"

Do's, & Don'ts Of Purchasing Online Weed

Tuesday March 22, 2016

by gary ratchford

Some of the weed online you see is just advertising...   Some not...

Some are likely police..

Some online purchases, after reeling you in will have you sign a release to assure it 

is for in state use, but remember mail is still a federal offense.  

Stay out of the grey areas !

To send, or receive in the mail is still illegal, and a (federal) offense, and if it's coming

from another country it's still a federal crime, and your just as likely to be busted.  

Some online sites masque the identity of your i.p. address, and I cannot say "exactly" this
would be the safest way to purchase because I would be aiding, and abetting a pothead. Lol 😉✌🏻️

If you want to stay out of jail, and are a serious stoner, or medical marijuana patient make
plans to move, if possible to a state that welcomes recreational pot users..

Get involved in pro-legal activism in your state, and travel...  Meet people, and have fun.  
 The marijuana  laws are changing everyday from state to state so be sure to check the marijuana
laws if you plan to travel in the state your traveling to, or through. 

Even some airlines are not bothering with possession on in state flights.

So, "roll it up". and "light it up" my LegalWeedFriends ✌🏻️

#medicalmarijuana #marijuana #cannabis #weed

Tampa Florida City Council Votes To Decriminalize

Thursday, March 17, 2016

by gary ratchford

In Tampa, Florida city council members voted 5-1 Thursday,  March 17, 2016 in favor of decriminalizing misdemeanor marijuana possession 20 grams, or less.

Until now offenders could face up to 1 year in jail, or a $1,000 dollar fine, and face drivers license suspension for up to two years.

With the new ordinance police have the option of issuing civil citations to those caught in possession of 20 grams, or less.  The offense is now similar to a traffic citation with fines, and mandatory drug counseling.

In lieu of criminal charges for a first time offense the fine is $75.00,  the second offense  is $150.00,  the third offense is $300.00, the fourth offense would be $450.00

An offense of drug paraphernalia, pipes, bongs, etc. with traces of marijuana residue would be similar.

All city council members voted in favor of the ordinance with the exception of Charlie Miranda, who voted, No !

A spokesperson for media sources said, Mayor Buckhorn is expected to sign the ordinance into law in the near future.

#vote #YesOn2 #election #florida #politics

Surf City, Huntington Beach, California

Medical Marijuana Dispensary

written by,  gary ratchford

While visiting family last week in Los Angeles on 06-07-2015 I took the opportunity as mediabygary to speak with employees, and a few medical patients at a Huntington Beach California Medical Marijuana Dispensary.

Marijuana dispensaries in California are often referred to as "pot shops", and since about 2011 Los Angeles District Attorney's along with the federal govt. began serious crackdown on different accusations of violations of laws.

In 2009, then Attorney General, Eric Holder's comments were interpreted by many to mean the federal govt. would not prosecute medical marijuana in California.
What Holder actually said was, "It would not be a priority to prosecute patients with serious illnesses, or their caregivers who comply with state laws on medical marijuana, but he would not tolerate drug traffickers , who hide behind the pretense of compliance"

Fast forward to June 03, 2015 on Wednesday The House Of Representatives voted to reauthorize an amendment protecting medical marijuana business from the federal govt. interfering in states like California where the drug is legal.

Medical marijuana laws are in effect in 23 states, and vary in different cities, counties, and states so be careful to research, and obey the laws, and regulations.  When traveling it's wise to research laws before you begin.

An overwhelming majority of Americans agree that medical marijuana is an issue that is best left to states like California.

My visit at Surf City, Huntington Beach California on 06-07-2015 began, and ended with a friendly conversation, about the governing laws.  No Exceptions / No California Residency/ No California Medical I.D. Card / No Entrance .

I smiled .. because I knew that employees, and medical patients like this can make this work for everyone.

mediabygary visits Huntington Beach California, Medical Marijuana Dispensary 

Santa Ana California police raid med pot dispensary,
destroy surveillance cameras, threaten
disabled amputee in wheelchair,
eat edibles,

See Video :  http://youtu.be/JTKTfUHfeKM

http://youtu.be/JTKTfUHfeKM

Santa Ana California Police Raid Medical Marijuana Dispensary, Destroy Security Cameras, Threaten Disabled Woman,  Eat Edibles..

by gary ratchford

A Santa Ana marijuana dispensary security video
released by attorney Matthew Pappas shows police
entering Sky High Holistic May 26, 2015, and forcing patients to the ground.

Patrons inside are assumed medical
patients as a medical i.d. is required for entry.in California.

I recently returned from a trip to California just last week, and was denied entrance at another dispensary in Huntington Beach as a journalist .  No i.d.
No entrance.  No exceptions. Photos at a Huntington Beach Dispensary show me with a patient
on photos at MarijuanaVoters, and mediabygary on Twitter, and Electorate MarijuanaVoters Google +

In California medical marijuana is legal, and recreational marijuana is illegal.

The dispensary manager Marla Janes is an amputee who said she was victimized, and intimidated.

The video shows a male officer asking another female officer "Did you punch that one legged guerita"

The female officer replied, "I was about to kick her in the (expletive) nub ."

Santa Ana Police had been investigating the dispensary for supposedly operating illegally.

Pappas says he's not sure that the officers were eating marijuana edibles because he "can't see the labels,"  but points out an officers close examination of the wrapper, and other evidence that they were getting high on the job.

The Santa Ana Police Department sent a cease, & desist order on Feb 26 , but the dispensary remained open.

An Internal Affairs Investigation into the officers actions is underway, Santa Ana Police Chief Carlos
Roja said.

Rojas said it is likely the officers had been eating their own snacks, and that a drug test will be given.

The police officers are not on administrative leave .

Pappas, and his client plan to file a  lawsuit.

http://youtu.be/JTKTfUHfeKM

Medical Marijuana In Florida Legalized As Path Clears 

Growers must be able to grow 400,000 plants.

by gary ratchford 

Administrative Law Judge David Watkins cleared
path for Medical Marijuana Wednesday May 27, 2015
and gave the go ahead to grow, and distribute
Compassionate cannabis in Florida.

Judge Watkins ruled The Florida Department of Health
second efforts to develop the regulatory platform for the
Implementation of the state of Florida's Compassionate
Medical Cannabis Act " well reasoned, and thorough.

State Rep Matt Gaetz is a leading advocate for compassionate cannabis said the judges ruling removes the last legal obstacle which was passed in 2014 faced.

Charlotte's Web is a strain of marijuana low in euphoria-induced tetrahydrocannabinal or THC , and
high in CBD, or cannabadiol.  "Oil"

The department of health is committed to ensure safe access to Charlotte's Web to children with refractory epilepsy, and patients with advanced cancer, and other ailments such as Parkinson's Disease, Alzheimer's, ALS, Multiple Sclerosis, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.  Eligible patients
are placed on a state run "compassionate use" registry.

The Florida Department of Health should begin accepting applications from eligible growers within weeks.  Growers must meet criteria to be able they must have been in business for 30 years, be able to grow at least 400,000 plants to apply for 1 in 5 licenses to grow, and distribute marijuana within the state of florida.

The fight for legalizing medical marijuana is not over.

John Morgan, Florida attorney, and owner of the law firm Morgan and Morgan, and Chairman of United For Care is leading the fight for medical marijuana to be on the 2016 ballot in Florida.

M-series  CBD Treatment free for children and palliative care patients in Canada.  Individualized treatment.  CBD oil 

....http://www.cbd-canada.net/welcome-to-cbd-canada.html

Update :  March 22, 2016 

Governor Scott signed bill (SB 228) online voter registration into law May 15, 2015. The Bill was overwhelming supported by both #Republicans and #Democrats .  Florida's county election supervisors also backed the bill.

Online voting information, support, and help will be given again on MarijuanaVoters on Twitter as in the 2014 election, and here for #Electorate2016 .

by Gary Ratchford 

#vote #onlinevoting #election #GovernorScott #Florida #Republican #YesOn2 #UnitedForCare




Apple Store 2388 E Sunrise Blvd, The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

by Gary Ratchford 

Online Absentee Ballot requests information will be sent again for Electorate 2016 MarijuanaVoters , and MarijuanaVoters Twitter as illustrated, and as before as demonstrated on MarijuanaVoters 2014 absentee ballot requests. . Electorate MarijuanaVoters 2016 We service voters, voting, for the vote ☺️ #election #voting #voters #vote #ballot #online

Photo of florida United4Care Campaign Bus electorate 2016 ON THE ROAD AGAIN !
Follow the Link to MarijuanaVoters CAMPAIGNING FOR FLORIDA !

MarijuanaVoters florida campaigning with United4Care electorate 2016 medical marijuana for the patients...

Marijuana Voters , & United4Care " medical marijuana " florida .. Campaigning strong for a big win " electorate 2016 " Get on the bus, or get out of the way ! For the patients.. Thank you !

Marijuana Voters , and United4Care team are back campaigning for electorate 2016

by Gary Ratchford 

Federal Government unwittingly admits cannabis kills cancer.. 

Voters, Vote , Cannabis

 68 million dollar medical marijuana research project awarded to University of Mississippi

Indiana's new laws could lead to marijuana churches