While on a vehicle stop I came to meet a guy, in his 40's, who had in his possession a well used pot pipe - which I refer to as a 'Hootch-Pipe.' With the discovery of the pipe, he was quick to point out that he was also in possession of...'Theee, Card.' (All the while, quietly praying that this situation was going to go in a positive direction for him, I'm sure...)
Now during my career, I've met vast numbers of folks who indulge in the herb, but it's unique and not very often to run into a person under these circumstances, who is willing to further my education on the job. Not many folks like to openly talk to cops about sensitive subjects. I'm pretty sure it's a trust thing... But, we worked to get beyond that - together - and so I siezed the opportunity (and the pipe, for the time being...), and he was gracious enough to explain how he, and numerous friends of his, obtained the very coveted and sought after, 'Medical Marijuana Card.' (Or, as I refer to as - 'The Mary Jane Passport')
The guy went to a dispensary in North Highlands with a friend, while the friend re-upp'd his 'prescription...' While there and waiting, he browsed a free pamphlet having to do with all things about marijuana. In this informational, he found a discount coupon that would allow him to get a Medical Card for $80.00, rather than the (suggested retail price) regular price of $150.00. So, being such a bargain - he immediately stepped up to the plate.
Now, this is a guy that was just along for the ride with his friend. He openly admitted that he was healthy, with no real medical conditions or complaints (at the time), but enjoyed tokin' hootch to obtain as he said... 'The mellow euphoria, the calming. And it helps (him) to avoid alcohol, so (he) won't get booted out of (his) AA program.' (Yes, he really said that..!)
So he then set off to see 'The Doctor' affiliated with the dispensary, and his visit went well. 'The Doctor' told him that he needed to get an appointment with his own treating physician, get an exam, and obtain a prescription for medication that would be used to treat one or two of the following symptoms, or conditions. He was then provided a list to choose from. Afterall, if it was going to be his ailment, he should have the absolute right to choose which one he wants, right??
He was then told by 'The Doctor,' that once he had that prescription from his physician, come back to see him - BUT, DO NOT FILL THE PRESCRIPTION.
With a plan in place, he then presented to his Physician and complained of experiencing anxiety and depression, and an all over feeling of fatigue. After all, it's pretty difficult - if not impossible - to x-ray, scan, or feel those symptoms in another person while being examined by a (real) Doctor.
Voila....!! A prescription for an anti-anxiety medication was now in hand. Off to see 'The Doctor.'
Back at the Doc's office - a few doors down from the 'pharmacy,' the guy presented the written prescription given by his treating physician. 'The Doctor,' then used the treating physicians prescription (making a copy of it for records...), and the documented exam of his patient under real conditions, and issued to the guy, the coveted 'Medical Marijuana Card,' along with paperwork documenting his medical recommendation (again, based off the actual working Doctors exam and medical prescription..).
Prior to leaving from 'The Doctor,' the practitioner had some very important medical advice that he was mandated to share with his new patient(s). He then advised him.... "Don't drink milk, or eat ice cream, because they come from cows, and cows food sources aren't regulated you know. Also, when you have kids, don't immunize them. It causes Autism. Now, go about and enjoy."
Having to fill the newly obtained prescription for his depression and anxiety, the guy walked to the dispensary and scored his medicinal herb.
He told you all this during a traffic stop? Sounds like he was pretty coherent. I doubt a drunk could spin such a tale yet booze is legal and pot is not.
