If we live in a state that has legalized medical marijuana, what are his right to use it in another state?
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If we live in a state that has legalized medical marijuana, what are his right to use it in another state?
My husband lives in CA and has a permit to use medical marijuana. He is currently in NY working at a temporary job; he will be there for a few weeks. Can I legally mail his pipe and marijuana to him in NY?
Asked on January 14, 2018 under Criminal Law, California
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
Don't do this.
1) One state is not obligated to honor another state's decisions regarding medical marijuana: legal in CA doesn't automatically mean legal in NY.
2) Marijuana is still illegal under federal law and the current U.S. Attorney General (Jeff Sessions) is staunchly anti-marijuana. Sending marijuana through the mail and/or across state lines could be a federal crime.
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