On November 3, 1998, the Citizens of Washington State voted overwhelmingly to approve Initiative 692 into state law. As a result, this Initiative is now State Law. This provides a measure of protection for patients within the State of Washington. Because of the complexity of this issue, and the fact that the use of Medical Marijuana remains illegal on a federal level, we advise both patients and doctors to familiarize themselves with the specific protections and limitations of this new law. To this end, we have prepared an informational brochure outlining the new law. To read it online, go here.

News

June 10, 1999 - WCMR Publishes a Guide for Patients and Doctors

The use of medical marijuana, within the state of Washington, is now legal for certain, limited conditions. However, due mainly to the existing conflict with Federal law, there remain many questions regarding the application and implementation of our new law. The brochure has been prepared to answer the most frequently asked questions. This guide is a must read for anyone - patients, doctors, media - who has an interest in the specifics of the Washington State Medical Marijuana Act. To get a copy...

May 22, 1999 - WCMR Petitions State to Add "Crohn's Disease" to law

Within the new state law, there is a provision allowing for the addition of new terminal or debilitating illnesses to the list of conditions which are eligible to be treated with medical marijuana. Crohn's disease is an bowell disease which severe pain and nausea to those who carry it. Marijuana appears to be beneficial on to patients on both fronts.

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