Bill to legalize marijuana front and center in Raleigh

[sluggo]

The debate over legalizing medical marijuana is not a new one, but it is going to be front and center in Raleigh Thursday. The House Health Committee will hold a public hearing on a bill that's been introduced to legalize marijuana for medical purposes. One Oak Island man is in full support of House Bill 1380, based on his own first-hand experience.
"It's time we come out of the dark ages and look at marijuana as it is, a medicine, and not a hard core drug," said David Warren.
David Warren is pushing for pot to be legalized in North Carolina, as an option for people suffering from debilitating medical conditions. It is already legal in 13 states. "Marijuana is not addictive. It's a drug that causes little side effects. I think people should have a choice in medicine," Warren said.
Warren is in full support of House Bill 1380, which would protect seriously ill patients from getting arrested and going to jail for smoking marijuana if recommended by a doctor. Warren said, "Those who are sick don't belong in jail. They need to be treated with care, love, and respect."

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[dgr]

In any other time, I would say it has little chance, but with the state looking for every way to tax everything, it may have a chance, but it might come with a hefty tax. In my county today they found 3 seperate fields, using their new helicopter. Now there is a cost reduction right off the bat.