Orange County Medical Marijuana Attorney

About Medical Marijuana & Drug Crimes in California

According to Health & Safety Code Section 11362.5, often referred to as the "Compassionate Use Act of 1996" Californians have the right to obtain and use marijuana for medical purposes, when the use of marijuana has been authorized  or recommended by a physician licensed to make this designation. Cancer, AIDS, glaucoma, arthritis, migraines and chronic pain are all specific conditions for which medical marijuana may be prescribed, in addition to any other illness for which marijuana provides relief.

If you have been accused of or arrested for any drug crime related to marijuana, it is possible that you were wrongfully targeted. If you had a valid oral or written recommendation by a licensed physician, this may be grounds enough to mean that your charges are invalid or should not be pursued. Talking to an experienced Orange County medical marijuana lawyer is the first step to take after being accused of any crime related to marijuana: possession, cultivation, distribution, etc.

At the Law Offices of Fred Thiagarajah, we represent clients throughout all of Orange County who are facing criminal charges related to medical marijuana. We also offer a free case evaluation to help you get started.

The purpose of the Compassionate Use Act was to protect people who were in possession of or cultivated marijuana for personal use, to relieve serious symptoms associated with grave medical conditions. The Act also was designed to encourage state and federal governments to implement a plan that provides for the safe and affordable distribution of medical marijuana to those in need. Attorney Fred Thiagarajah is dedicated to upholding this act and will fight to protect your rights and freedom in this regard.

For a free consultation regarding your case, contact an Orange County medical marijuana attorney at our firm today.