Open Congress : Blog Articles for H.R.3939 Truth in Trials Act

Truth in Trials Bill — So Necessary | NEIL ROCKIND, P.C.

2010-12-23T19:00:00Z

The Truth in Trials Act (H.R. 3939) would allow individuals facing federal prosecution for marijuana-related offenses to provide evidence during trial that their activities were legal under their state medical canna-bis program. ...

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Medical Marijuana Activists Fight for New Trial in Case of ...

2010-12-14T19:00:00Z

Meanwhile, supporters are pushing for Congress to enact HR 3939, the Truth in Trials Act, sponsored by Rep. Sam Farr (D-CA), which would "allow any person on trial for a federal marijuana-related offense to introduce evidence that the ...

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Truth in Trials Act HR 3939 | Capital City Caregivers

2010-11-30T19:00:00Z

Did you know that an individual arrested for marijuana use and tried in federal court is currently barred from telling the jury that the marijuana grown,

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Support the Truth in Trials Act

2010-11-13T19:00:00Z

Thank you for letting me know of your support for HR 3939, the Truth in Trials Act. You can be sure that I share your interest in this regard and appreciate knowing your thoughts. As you know, HR 3939 would amend the federal criminal ...

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Rep. DeGette (D-CO) on Medical Marijuana – Bob's Blog

2010-11-06T20:00:00Z

The Truth in Trials Act (H.R. 3939), introduced by Representative Sam Farr (D-CA), would give defendants in medical marijuana cases the right to use state marijuana laws as an affirmative defense at their trials. ...

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Inventor of Napster, Facebook Co-Founders Donate $170000 to ...

2010-10-10T20:00:00Z

There are two bills that are in committee right now: the Truth in Trials Act (HR 3939) and the Medical Marijuana Patient Protection Act. In federal court cases, the trial cannot deny the right to the medical defense – an important right ...

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Operation Green Rx - "Navigating The Serpentine Roadmap": James ...

2010-10-10T20:00:00Z

Stacy himself has become an outspoken advocate of patient's rights and HR 3939 the “Truth in Trials Act”, which if passed by Congress would allow federal defendants to present “evidence during trial that the activities they were engaged ...

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San Diego Chapter of Americans for Safe Access - San Diego Medical ...

2010-10-10T20:00:00Z

Medical Marijuana - MESO-Rx

2010-10-05T20:00:00Z

Also, the Truth in Trials Act (H.R. 3939), a bill that would make it possible for defendants in federal court to reveal to juries that their marijuana activity was medically related and legal under state law, was introduced on October ...

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Marijuana Dispensary Operator Convicted Of Possession, Sales

2010-09-29T20:00:00Z

HR 3939: Support the Truth In Trials Act - help medical marijuana patients present an affirmative defense in federal court. Currently, patients using marijuana legally under state law cannot defend themselves in federal court. ...

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Toke of the Town - Marijuana Dispensary Operator Convicted Of ...

2010-09-28T20:00:00Z

H.R. 3939: Support the Truth In Trials Act - help medical marijuana patients present an affirmative defense in federal court. Currently, patients using marijuana legally under state law cannot defend themselves in federal court. ...

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Waiting for the Man - Reason Magazine

2010-09-28T20:00:00Z

H.R. 3939: The Truth In Trials Act. Congressman Sam Farr's Truth In Trials Act would protect state-sanctioned medical marijuana patients and providers from charges in federal court. Last year Barney Frank filed a bill that would ...

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Legal Medical Marijuana Distributor Convicted of... Marijuana ...

2010-09-28T20:00:00Z

Congressmen Sam Farr (D-CA) and Dana Rohrabacher (R-CA) have sent a letter to Chairman John Conyers requesting that the Committee on the Judiciary hold a hearing to consider adoption of the "Truth in Trials Act" (H.R. 3939). ...

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Letter from Diana DeGette on Medical Marijuana

2010-09-27T20:00:00Z

The Truth in Trials Act (HR 3939), introduced by Representative Sam Farr (D-CA), would give defendants in medical marijuana cases the right to use state marijuana laws as an affirmative defense at their trials. ...

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Why Won't the Government Let James Stacy Tell the Truth?

2010-09-26T20:00:00Z

The letter asks Conyers to hold a hearing on a bill that would attempt to fix the situation: the “Truth in Trials” act, or as it's known in legislative speak, HR 3939. The proposal would “permit someone acting property under state ...

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Why Won't the Government Let James Stacy Tell the Truth?

2010-09-26T20:00:00Z

Chris Bartkowicz, Highlands Ranch marijuana grower, not allowed to …

2010-09-22T20:00:00Z

HR 3939: Support the Truth In Trials Act – help medical marijuana patients present an affirmative defense in federal court. Excerpt from: Chris Bartkowicz, Highlands Ranch marijuana grower, not allowed to …

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Chris Bartkowicz, Highlands Ranch marijuana grower, not allowed to ...

2010-09-22T20:00:00Z

Reply from Senator Gillibrand « The Consummate

2010-09-22T20:00:00Z

There have been several pieces of legislation introduced during the 111th Congress that address medical marijuana, such as the Medical Marijuana Patient Protection Act, H.R. 2835, and the Truth in Trials Act, H.R. 3939. ...

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Stan Garnett urges John Suthers to help MMJ grower Chris ...

2010-09-22T20:00:00Z

Chris Bartkowicz medical marijuana protest rally photo gallery ...

2010-09-21T20:00:00Z

Ask your congressman to support H.R. 3939: the Truth In Trials Act - help medical marijuana patients present an affirmative defense in federal court. Currently, patients using marijuana legally under state law cannot defend themselves ...

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Why Won't the Government Let James Stacy Tell the Truth?

2010-09-15T20:00:00Z

Toke of the Town - Drug Czar Confronted, Urged To End War On Pot ...

2010-09-15T20:00:00Z

Please use this action to ask your member of Congress to make medical marijuana available as a prescription nationwide and keep the federal government out of state medical marijuana laws. H.R. 3939: Support the Truth In Trials Act ...

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Ed Rosenthal: The Truth in Trials Act

2010-09-13T20:00:00Z

Toke of the Town - Green Party Senate Hopeful Calls For Repeal Of ...

2010-09-12T20:00:00Z

Tell Chairman Conyers It's Time for Truth! (Action Alert …

2010-09-09T20:00:00Z

… hearing to consider adoption of the ” Truth in Trials Act” (HR 3939). The rest is here: Tell Chairman Conyers It's Time for Truth! (Action Alert …

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Tell Chairman Conyers It's Time for Truth! (Action Alert ...

2010-09-08T20:00:00Z

Americans for Safe Access Monthly Activist Newsletter -- September ...

2010-09-07T20:00:00Z

Live Listen Learn: H.R. 3939 - Summary: Truth in Trials Act ...

2010-09-07T20:00:00Z

H.R. 3939 - Summary: Truth in Trials Act (GovTrack... ► August (2). Interpreting the association between cannabis use ... Anthony Weiner Rips Apart Republicans on 9/11Healt... ► July (11). What Do Americans Find Riskier Than Marijuana ...

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Marijuana grower Chris Bartkowcz may not be able to use state ...

2010-08-20T01:00:00Z

... or by order of a state or municipal agency in accordance with state law regarding the medical use of marijuana. http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=h111-3939 http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h3939/show ...

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Marijuana grower Chris Bartkowcz may not be able to use state ...

2010-08-19T20:00:00Z

Chris Bartkowicz, the medical marijuana grower busted by the Drug Enforcement Administration in February after an on-camera interview with 9News,...

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NUG Magazine » Blog Archive » is San Diegan James Stacy on Federal ...

2010-08-18T20:00:00Z

The H.R. 3939–Truth in Trials Act is to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide an affirmative defense for the medical use of marijuana in Federal court in accordance with the laws of the various States, and for other purposes. ...

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US Attorney General Eric Holder: Ending Medical Marijuana Raids ...

2010-08-08T20:00:00Z

After interviewing law enforcement at state and federal levels, I believe Mr Holders directive is being followed as long as one follows state law. please support truth in trials HR 3939 congressional judicial committee. another step in ...

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Banks Deny Accounts to Marijuana Dispensary Owners - TalkLeft: The ...

2010-08-07T20:00:00Z

For example, H.R. 3939, the Truth in Trials Act, introduced in October, 2009 by Rep. Sam Farr, was referred to the House Energy and Commerce Committee where it's seen no action. It would amend 18 U.S.C. Section 3436 to provide an ...

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ASA Activist Newsletter - August 2010 | StoptheDrugWar.org

2010-08-05T20:00:00Z

Cosponsor the "Truth in Trials Act" (H.R. 3939) ~ Oppose the "Saving Kids from Dangerous Drugs Act" (S.258) ~ Discuss concerns about the nomination of Michele Leonhart to head the DEA For information about how to request a meeting with

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CMMNJ: New Jersey will host Medical Marijuana Stakeholders Meeting

2010-07-28T20:00:00Z

Sam Farr (D-CA) to introduce the Truth In Trails Act, HR 3939, with 28 co-sponsors to allow medical defense in some federal marijuana trials by recognizing state medical cannabis laws. Federal Agency Solicits Proposals for Cannabis ...

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Medical marijuana search & seizure: Rob Corry on appeal of ...

2010-07-22T20:00:00Z

Liek maybe write letters in support of H.R.3939. Write letters to your congressman asking why and demanding positive action to not waste resources. To Obama. To Holder. I would say Leonhart but that wil fall on deaf ears FOR SURE. ...

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ASA : Medical Cannabis Policy Update: Summer 2010

2010-07-19T20:00:00Z

Currently, defendants facing federal marijuana charges cannot use their medical condition or compliance with state law as a defense in court. A bill to change that, the Truth in Trials Act (HR 3939), is currently pending before Congress ...

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San Diego Chapter of Americans for Safe Access - San Diego Medical ...

2010-07-12T20:00:00Z

Please take a moment to send out a letter of support for HR 3939, which is congressional legislation that would allow Mr. Stacy if passed to present a defense during trial. http://www.safeaccessnow.org/section.php?id=69 ...

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DEA Raids SD - WeedTRACKER

2010-07-09T20:00:00Z

Please take a moment to send out a letter of support for HR 3939 - ASA*:*Take Action Online Now which is congressional legislation that would allow Mr. Stacy if passed to present a defense during trial. ...

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Stop U.S. Prosecution of Legal Medical Marijuana Providers - The ...

2010-07-08T20:00:00Z

You can also send a letter of support for HR 3939, federal legislation that would allow Mr. Stacy to present a defense during trial: http://www.safeaccessnow.org/section.php?id=69. For more info, see http://www.MovementinAction.org ...

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Stop U.S. Prosecution of Legal Medical Marijuana Providers - The ...

2010-07-08T20:00:00Z

HighRunners: Texas NORML Update

2010-07-07T20:00:00Z

H.R. 3939 Truth in Trials Act would allow an affirmative defense for medical marijuana patients who are in compliance with state law. As it is, federal law does not allow a person charged with possession of marijuana to say they use it ...

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MidsMagazine » Blog Archive » California Assembly to Vote on Joint ...

2010-07-06T20:00:00Z

A bill to change that, the Truth in Trials Act (HR 3939), is currently pending before Congress. If passed by the Assembly, the resolution will then be sent to President Obama, Vice President Biden, the Speaker of the House and each ...

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We Need a New Federal Policy on Medical Cannabis

2010-07-05T20:00:00Z

Opposing Views: We Need a New Federal Policy on Medical Cannabis

2010-07-04T20:00:00Z

Newsletter for Americans For Safe Access | Medical marijuana news ...

2010-07-03T20:00:00Z

Medical Marijuana: Review and Analysis of Federal and State Policies

2010-07-02T20:00:00Z

(H.R. 3939), a bill that would make it possible for defendants in federal court to reveal to juries that their marijuana activity was medically related and legal under state law, was introduced on. October 27, 2009, by Representative ...

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mjDispensaries: Medical Cannabis Directory, News and Videos: NEWS ...

2010-07-02T20:00:00Z

CA Bill Urging New Federal Marijuana Policy Close To Adoption

2010-06-16T20:00:00Z

The Truth ibn Trials Act, HR 3939, which would correct this problem, is currently before Congress. SJR 14 now proceeds to the California Assembly floor and, if passed, the non-binding resolution will be enacted without Governor Arnold ...

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California Bill Urging New Federal Policy on Medical Marijuana ...

2010-06-15T20:00:00Z

The Truth in Trials Act, HR 3939, which would correct this problem, is currently pending before Congress. SJR 14 now proceeds to the Assembly floor and, if passed, the non-binding resolution will be enacted without the Governor's ...

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House Bill 3939 would provide affirmative defense from Federal ...

2010-06-15T20:00:00Z

H.R. 3939, if passed, would create what is called an “Affirmative Defense” for anybody involved in medical marijuana, as long as they were in compliance with State law. An affirmative defense is not the same as legalizing medical ...

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Denver Medical Marijuana Action Alert |

2010-06-14T20:00:00Z

H.R. 3939 was introduced last fall and is currently pending before the U.S. House Judiciary Committee. It does not appear any hearings have been held or action taken yet. H.R. 3939, if passed, would create what is called an “Affirmative ...

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ASA : California Bill Urging New Federal Policy on Medical ...

2010-06-14T20:00:00Z

mjDispensaries: Medical Cannabis Directory, News and Videos: NEWS ...

2010-06-14T20:00:00Z

Operation Green Rx - "Navigating The Serpentine Roadmap": COURT ...

2010-06-13T20:00:00Z

Because of the government's continued efforts to prosecute medical marijuana patients despite a new Justice department enforcement policy, advocates are urging Members of Congress to pass HR 3939, the Truth in Trials Act, ...

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Operation Green Rx - "Navigating The Serpentine Roadmap": TWO ...

2010-06-07T20:00:00Z

Federal judge most recent to doubt DEA claims « WEST COAST LEAF

2010-06-02T20:00:00Z

Because of this, advocates have headed to Washington DC, urging Congress to pass HR 3939, the Truth in Trials Act, to provide a state law or medical necessity defense in federal court. June 4th, 2010 | Category: NATIONAL ...

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San Diego dispensary trial will test new federal policy regarding ...

2010-06-02T20:00:00Z

To send Stacy an email of support, write to movementinac- tion@gmail.com. To donate to help Stacy and his family, go to movementinaction.org/donate/. To help Truth in Trials Act pass, urge your member of Congress to cosponsor HR 3939. ...

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Colorado Medical Marijuana Patient Growers and Private Caregivers ...

2010-06-01T20:00:00Z

H.R. 3939 (Truth in Trials Act) was introduced in the United State House Judiciary Committee October of last year. YOUR HELP IS NEEDED NOW TO MAKE THIS ACT THE LAW!!! Truth in Trials Act Summary- Amends the federal criminal code to (1) ...

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Medical marijuana timeline: What a long, strange trip it's been ...

2010-05-27T20:00:00Z

I don't know whether the Medical Marijuana Patient Protection Act (H.R.2835) or the Truth in Trials Act (H.R.3939) have or might have retroactive applicability in your case, but we support extending patients' right to an affirmative ...

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New medical marijuana laws: trouble ahead | Boulder Reporter

2010-05-27T20:00:00Z

She also recommended that people take an interest in Federal bill HR 3939, sponsored by Rep. Jared Polis and currently languishing in the House Judiciary Committee. That bill stipulates that anyone with an affirmative defense ...

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mjDispensaries: Medical Cannabis Directory, News and Videos: NEWS ...

2010-05-23T20:00:00Z

MJDispensaries.com: Medical Marijuana News, Information and More ...

2010-05-22T20:00:00Z

ASA : San Diego Medical Marijuana Provider First to be Tried Under ...

2010-05-19T20:00:00Z

CA: San Diego Medical Marijuana Provider 1st to be Tried Under New ...

2010-05-18T20:00:00Z

San Diego Chapter of Americans for Safe Access - San Diego Medical ...

2010-05-18T20:00:00Z

ASA : San Diego Medical Marijuana Provider First to be Tried Under ...

2010-05-17T20:00:00Z

San Diego Medical Marijuana Provider First to be Tried Under New ...

2010-05-17T20:00:00Z

advocates are urging Members of Congress to pass HR 3939, the Truth in. Trials Act, which would allow defendants to use a medical or state law defense in federal court. The Truth in Trials Act currently has more ...

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US: Federal Judge Suggests Reclassifying Medical Marijuana

2010-05-14T20:00:00Z

In response, ASA is advocating for the passage of Congressional legislation -- HR 3939, the Truth in Trials Act -- which would give state law-compliant defendants a fighting chance in federal court. Further information: ...

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Federal Judge Recommends Reclassification of Medical Marijuana

2010-05-09T20:00:00Z

In response, Americans for Safe Access advocates for the passage of Congressional legislation -- HR 3939, the Truth in Trials Act -- which would give state law-compliant defendants a fighting chance in federal court. ...

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Federal Judge Recommends Reclassification of Medical Marijuana ...

2010-05-08T20:00:00Z

ASA : Federal Judge Suggests Reclassifying Medical Marijuana

2010-05-07T20:00:00Z

ASA : Federal Judge Recommends Reclassification of Medical Marijuana

2010-05-06T20:00:00Z

Federal Judge Recommends Reclassification of Medical Marijuana ...

2010-05-06T20:00:00Z

The War on Drugs is a War on Me: Federal Judge Recommends ...

2010-05-06T20:00:00Z

Federal Judge Suggests Reclassifying Medical Marijuana « Medical ...

2010-05-05T20:00:00Z

In response, ASA is advocating for the passage of Congressional legislation — HR 3939, the Truth in Trials Act — which would give state law-compliant defendants a fighting chance in federal court. Tags: califronia, legalization, Medical ...

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H.R.5231: Drug Trafficking Safe Harbor Elimination Act of 2010 ...

2010-05-04T20:00:00Z

Supporting Bill, Supporting Senator, Supporting Representative. H.R.2943 Personal Use of Marij... 6 · H.R.2835 Medical Marijuana Pat... 4 · H.R.3939 Truth in Trials Act. 3 · H.R.1866 Industrial Hemp Farmi. ...

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HempNews » Blog Archive » Federal Judge George Wu: Reclassify ...

2010-05-03T20:00:00Z

Beach Marchers Call for Marijuana Legalization

2010-05-02T20:00:00Z

During the march, Beresh also called for the passage of HR 3939, the Truth in Trials Act. HR 3939, currently in Congress, would require federal prosecutors to acknowledge state-level medicinal marijuana laws in court when prosecuting ...

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Medical Marijuana Dispensary Owner Gets Year Behind Bars - Los ...

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

HR 3939 is to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide an affirmative defense for the medical use of marijuana in Federal court in accordance with the laws of the various States, and for other purpose. ASA Letter ...

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Medical Marijuana Dispensary Owner Gets Year Behind Bars - Los ...

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

CA: Federal Judge George Wu: Reclassify Medical Marijuana

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

CA: Federal Judge George Wu: Reclassify Medical Marijuana

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

Medical Marijuana Dispensary Owner Gets Year Behind Bars - Los ...

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

Federal Judge: Reclassify Medical Marijuana | Cannabis News ...

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

mjDispensaries: Medical Cannabis Directory, News and Videos: NEWS ...

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

Will Medical Marijuana Lead to Full Legalization? | StoptheDrugWar.org

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

While there may be some holes in the Tax and Regulate initiative, supporting the passage of H.R. 3939, "The Truth in Trials Act, and H.R. 2835, "The Medical Marijuana Patient Protection Act," would SOLVE these issues at the federal ...

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Will Medical Marijuana Lead to Full Legalization? | StoptheDrugWar.org

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

Will Medical Marijuana Lead to Full Legalization? | StoptheDrugWar.org

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

Will Medical Marijuana Lead to Full Legalization? | Stop the Drug ...

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

Robert Dupont is a liar and drug war profiteer who'll say anything to protect his racket. So there was nothing surprising about this Washington Post editorial, except the accidental admission that medical marijuana is awesome and ...

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COURT SUPPORT TODAY FOR JAMES STACY!

2010-04-20T20:00:00Z

Help HR 3939 Pass! This is new Federal Legislation known as the “Truth in Trials” act, which would allow Federal defendants to present the medical marijuana defense in federal court. One in four Americans now lives in a state with laws ...

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James Stacy Federal San Diego Medical MarijuanaTrial Update

2010-04-16T20:00:00Z

James Stacy Federal San Diego Medical MarijuanaTrial Update - 420 ...

2010-04-16T20:00:00Z

San Diego Chapter: James Stacy Federal San Diego Medical ...

2010-04-14T20:00:00Z

Operation Green Rx - "Navigating The Serpentine Roadmap": James ...

2010-04-14T20:00:00Z

Medical Marijuana: Review and Analysis of Federal and State Policies

2010-04-13T20:00:00Z

Health Legislation: Medical Marijuana: Review and Analysis of ...

2010-04-10T20:00:00Z

[Gov.] Susan Davis Response

2010-04-09T20:00:00Z

Thank you contacting me with your support for the Truth in Trials Act of 2009 (HR 3939). I appreciate hearing from you and apologize for the delay in my response. Each week, I receive over 2000 pieces of mail, and it often takes me ...

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Judge Denies Restraining Order to Keep Medical Marijuana ...

2010-04-08T20:00:00Z

Dana Point sues to shut down pot shops | city, dispensaries ...

2010-04-08T20:00:00Z

New Poll Released Dealing With Medical Marijuana in NY | THE Weed Blog

2010-03-21T20:00:00Z

We must let President Obama know that he needs to stop these raids by either moving marijuana out of schedule 1 or pass HR 3939 the truth in trials act. at 2:00 pm. April 2, 2010. Colorado Cannabis Convention ...

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Colorado House to Vote on Medical Marijuana Changes Tomorrow | THE ...

2010-03-21T20:00:00Z

Two People Arrested at Pro-Marijuana Rally in New Hampshire | THE ...

2010-03-20T20:00:00Z

San Diego Committee to Review Medical Marijuana This Week | THE ...

2010-03-20T20:00:00Z

Prisons as profit centers

2010-03-19T20:00:00Z

I say the first thing that we must do is demand that the prison system be run by the state and not private corporations. the next thing we can do is support HR 3939 the truth in trials act. This will give a defense to medical marijuana ...

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The Best Way to Add Moisture to Over-Dry Marijuana | THE Weed Blog

2010-03-19T20:00:00Z

Saturday Stoner Video 3/20/10 | THE Weed Blog

2010-03-19T20:00:00Z

Fresno, CA Dispensary Owner Remains Defiant | THE Weed Blog

2010-03-18T20:00:00Z

Stoner Friendly Links 3/18/10 | THE Weed Blog

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Stoner Friendly Links 3/17/10 | THE Weed Blog

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Stoner Friendly Links 3/16/10 | THE Weed Blog

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Stoner Friendly Links 3/15/10 | THE Weed Blog

2010-03-14T20:00:00Z

aams supports hr 3939: practical and effective safety legislation

2010-03-14T20:00:00Z

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Sunday Interview - Central Connecticut State University NORML ...

2010-03-13T19:00:00Z

Saturday Stoner Video 3/13/10 | THE Weed Blog

2010-03-12T19:00:00Z

James Stacy speaks on HR 3939 | Southern California Norml

2010-03-11T19:00:00Z

HR 3939 is now before the House Committee on the Judiciary. Please write your members of Congress today and tell them to protect state-authorized medical marijuana patients and their providers. For your convenience, a prewritten letter ...

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Stoner Friendly Links 3/12/10 | THE Weed Blog

2010-03-11T19:00:00Z

Washington State Allows More People to Prescribe Marijuana | THE ...

2010-03-10T19:00:00Z

We must let President Obama know that he needs to stop these raids by either moving marijuana out of schedule 1 or pass HR 3939 the truth in trials act. at 2:00 pm. April 3, 2010. 39th Ann Arbor HASH BASH. 39th Ann Arbor HASH BASH ...

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Stoner Friendly Links 3/10/10 | THE Weed Blog

2010-03-09T19:00:00Z

We must let President Obama know that he needs to stop these raids by either moving marijuana out of schedule 1 or pass HR 3939 the truth in trials act. at 2:00 pm. April 20, 2010. 420 Hempfest. 420 Hempfest. Time: 5:00 pm ...

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Vaporizer Comparison: Volcano vs Vapir Air | THE Weed Blog

2010-03-07T19:00:00Z

Miss High Times Contestant Moe Ray AKA 'Vibeauty420' | THE Weed Blog

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Saturday Stoner Video 3/6/10 | THE Weed Blog

2010-03-05T19:00:00Z

Thanks Rep. Lofgren!

2010-03-04T19:00:00Z

If you have 2 minutes, please call to your US Representative's office and ask for his or her co-sponsorship of HR 3939, The Truth in Trials Act. You can reach the Capitol Switchboard at 202-224-3121. For ideas about what to say when you ...

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Stoner Friendly Links 3/5/10 | THE Weed Blog

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Stoner Friendly Links 3/4/10 | THE Weed Blog

2010-03-03T19:00:00Z

Thanks Rep. Lofgren!

2010-03-02T19:00:00Z

Stoner Friendly Links 3/3/10 | THE Weed Blog

2010-03-02T19:00:00Z

“It's over, Mr. Epis”

2010-02-25T19:00:00Z

Call your US Representative's office to urge his or her co-sponsorship of HR 3939, The Truth in Trials Act. You can reach the Capitol Switchboard at 202-224-3121. For ideas about what to say when you call, check out ASA's Action page ...

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Legal Battle Heating Up Over LA Dispensary | THE Weed Blog

2010-02-23T19:00:00Z

Medical Marijuana in New York | THE Weed Blog

2010-02-22T19:00:00Z

Top Stoner Movies of All Time | THE Weed Blog

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Sunday Interview - UCF NORML | THE Weed Blog

2010-02-21T19:00:00Z

Protestors to Obama: “Stop Rogue DEA Raids” — MPP Blog

2010-02-18T19:00:00Z

Passage of HR 3939 -” The Truth In Trials Act”. AND. Passage of HR2835 – “The Medical Marijuana Patient Protection Act”. The President could stop this BS overnight. Instead of issuing a memo telling Attorneys (who are looking at their ...

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To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide an affirmative ...

2010-02-17T19:00:00Z

Sponsored By: Representative Sam Farr, CA(District 17), Democratic 0 Voted Yes 0 Voted No This vote is Losing Vote now Learn More Comments 10/27/2009--Introduced. Truth in Trials Act - Amends the federal criminal code to: (1) allow any ...

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DEA Agent Changes Tone After Threatening to Raid Dispensaries ...

2010-02-16T19:00:00Z

Action #1 for Medical Marijuana Week! | Stop the Drug War (DRCNet)

2010-02-15T19:00:00Z

The "Truth in Trials" Act, H.R. 3939, would enable federal defendants to present evidence showing that they were following state medical marijuana laws. Thanks for taking action --. Sanjeev, ASA Field Director ...

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2010-02-08T19:00:00Z

An Open Letter On Medical Marijuana in Tennessee

2010-01-25T19:00:00Z

I am writing to urge you to consider the “Truth in Trials” Act of 2009, HR 3939. "Truth in Trials" would enable medical marijuana patients and providers facing federal prosecution to be able to inform federal juries if they were ...

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Rep. Rick Larsen (D-WA) on the Truth in Trials Act of 2009 | The ...

2010-01-19T19:00:00Z

As you may know, H.R. 3939 was introduced by Congressman Sam Farr on October 27, 2009. This legislation would allow any person on trial for a federal marijuana-related offense to introduce evidence that the alleged marijuana-related ...

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H.R.4269: BEST Practices Act - U.S. Congress - OpenCongress

2010-01-16T19:00:00Z

Supporting Bill, Supporting Senator, Supporting Representative. H.R.3907 Pet Safety and Protec... 4 · H.R.2943 Personal Use of Marij... 3 · H.R.2835 Medical Marijuana Pat... 3 · H.R.3939 Truth in Trials Act ...

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Help Get 50 Cosponsors for Truth in Trials!

2010-01-07T19:00:00Z

Urge him or her to cosponsor HR 3939, the Truth in Trials Act. Tell your Member of Congress that medical marijuana patients should be able to tell a federal court that they were following state law. Read about the Truth in Trials Act ...

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Health Legislation: Medical Marijuana: Review and Analysis of ...

2009-12-29T19:00:00Z

Not a criminal this Christmas (from ASA blog)

2009-12-23T19:00:00Z

... win in Garden Grove, CA; Worked with US Representative Sam Farr (D-CA) to introduce HR 3939, the Truth In Trails Act, to protect patients in federal court; Forced the State of California to stop revoking patients' drivers licenses. ...

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Opposing Views: Because of New Laws, Fewer Marijuana Criminals ...

2009-12-19T19:00:00Z

Worked with US Representative Sam Farr (D-CA) to introduce HR 3939, the Truth In Trails Act, to protect patients in federal court -- Forced the State of California to stop revoking patients' drivers licenses. ...

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Opposing Views: OPINION:Because of New Laws, Fewer Marijuana ...

2009-12-19T19:00:00Z

STOP Federal Interference on OUR MEDICINE!

2009-12-17T19:00:00Z

Give the Gift of Safe Access

2009-12-17T19:00:00Z

Oh and Santa, I know ASA worked with US Representative Sam Farr (D-CA) to introduce HR 3939, the Truth In Trails Act, to protect patients in federal court. This bill is so important to me. It could help save medical cannabis defendants ...

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Not a criminal this Christmas!

2009-12-17T19:00:00Z

Worked with US Representative Sam Farr (D-CA) to introduce HR 3939, the Truth In Trails Act, to protect patients in federal court * Forced the State of California to stop revoking patients' drivers licenses. ...

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Americans for Safe Access: December Activist Newsletter | Stop the ...

2009-12-17T19:00:00Z

Medical Cannabis: Voices from the Frontlines » Blog Archive » Not ...

2009-12-17T19:00:00Z

The calls to Congress are working -- keep it up!

2009-12-09T19:00:00Z

Ask the operator to transfer you to your Member of Congress. 3. Tell your Rep ... "I'm calling from ______ and I want you to cosponsor HR 3939, the Truth in Trials Act." 4. Reply to this email and tell me who you called. Thanks! ...

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Action Alert

2009-12-07T19:00:00Z

2. Tell Congresswoman Giffords: “I am a constituent of Congresswoman Giffords and we ask that she become a cosponsor of HR 3939, the Truth in Trials Act.” 3. Email jon@az4norml.com and describe the response.

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Is Medical Marijuana a PerformanceEnhancing Drug?

2009-12-07T19:00:00Z

introduced the Truth In Trials Act of 2009 today (HR 3939), a bill that would give medical marijuana patients and providers the ability to argue in federal court that their actions were legal under state law. Currently, a federal judge ...

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ASA December 2009 Activist Newsletter - 420 Magazine

2009-12-06T19:00:00Z

Urge him or her to cosponsor HR 3939, the Truth in Trials Act. Tell your Member of Congress that medical marijuana patients should be able to tell a federal court that they were following state law. You can find your Member of Congress ...

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MA Registered Voters: 12/08/09 - The Weed Forums Community ...

2009-12-05T19:00:00Z

H.R.3939, introduced by Sam Farr and co-sponosred by Massachusetts Congressmen Barney Frank and James McGovern. H.R. 3939 proposes amending the United States Code to provide an affirmative defense for the medical use of marijuana in ...

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Congress is starting to listen... | StoptheDrugWar.org

2009-12-02T19:00:00Z

Another piece of legislation, the Truth in Trials Act (H.R. 3939), responds to the Justice Department's directive on medical marijuana policy, which tells federal prosecutors to avoid pursuing cases against individuals who legally use ...

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Congress is starting to listen... | Stop the Drug War (DRCNet)

2009-12-02T19:00:00Z

Ontario Opposition filibuster scuttles bill targeting highcrime ...

2009-11-26T19:00:00Z

ASA California Alert: November 25, 2009 - 420 Magazine

2009-11-25T19:00:00Z

Urge him or her to "cosponsor HR 3939, the Truth in Trials Act." Tell your Member of Congress that medical marijuana patients should be able to tell a federal court that they were following state law. ...

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Carl's Cannabis Corner – November 21, 2009 | Des Moines Local Live!

2009-11-20T19:00:00Z

Americans for Safe Access is promoting the Truth In Trials Act in the U.S. House, H.R. 3939, which would allow evidence of compliance with state medical marijuana laws in federal trials. Oregon has ordered it's Board of Pharmacy to ...

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The State of Play -- Federal Drug Reform Legislation in the Congress

2009-11-18T19:00:00Z

Sam Farr (D-CA) reintroduced HR 3939, the Truth in Trials Act, which would allow defendants in federal medical marijuana prosecutions to use medical evidence in their defense -- a right they do not have under current federal law. ...

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Is Maxine Waters your House of Representative?

2009-11-17T19:00:00Z

We want Congresswoman Waxine's to co-sign the "Truth and Trials" Act (HR 3939). She has told Americans for Safe Access to have her constituents to contact her. Lucky for me, I just moved into her district. ...

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Drug War Chronicle, Issue #608 -- 11/13/09 | Gather

2009-11-15T19:00:00Z

Sam Farr (D-CA) reintroduced H.R. 3939, the Truth in Trials Act (http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/bdquery/z?d111:h.r.03939:), which would allow defendants in federal medical marijuana prosecutions to use medical evidence in their defense ...

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Drug policy reform in the US Congress is moving along ...

2009-11-14T19:00:00Z

Sam Farr (D-CA) reintroduced H.R. 3939, the Truth in Trials Act, which would allow defendants in federal medical marijuana prosecutions to use medical evidence in their defense — a right they do not have under current federal law. ...

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HempNews » Blog Archive » Federal Drug Reform Legislation in the ...

2009-11-14T19:00:00Z

Drug policy reform in the US Congress is moving along

2009-11-14T19:00:00Z

Sam Farr (D-CA) reintroduced HR 3939, the Truth in Trials Act, which would allow defendants in federal medical marijuana prosecutions to use medical evidence in their defense — a right they do not have under current federal law. ...

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Federal Drug Reform Legislation in the Congress – Medical ...

2009-11-12T19:00:00Z

Feature: The State of Play — Federal Drug Reform Legislation in ...

2009-11-12T19:00:00Z

Feature: The State of Play -- Federal Drug Reform Legislation in ...

2009-11-11T19:00:00Z

Sam Farr (D-CA) reintroduced H.R. 3939, the Truth in Trials Act, which would allow defendants in federal medical marijuana prosecutions to use medical evidence in their defense -- a right they do not have under current federal law. ...

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Feature: The State of Play -- Federal Drug Reform Legislation in ...

2009-11-11T19:00:00Z

Sam Farr (D-CA) reintroduced H.R. 3939, the Truth in Trials Act, which would allow defendants in federal medical marijuana prosecutions to use medical evidence in their defense -- a right they do not have under current federal law. ...

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ASA : Online Action Center

2009-11-08T19:00:00Z

I am writing to urge you to cosponsor the “Truth in Trials” Act of 2009, H.R. 3939. "Truth in Trials" would enable medical marijuana patients and providers facing federal prosecution to be able to inform federal juries if they were ...

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ASA : Online Action Center

2009-11-08T19:00:00Z

The “Truth in Trials” Act, H.R. 3939, would end this injustice by ensuring that federal defendants could present evidence showing that they were following state law. Introduced by US Representative Sam Farr, this important legislation ...

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sam farr green glag rules bill hr 3939 would allow an affirmative ...

2009-11-06T19:00:00Z

sam farr green glag rules bill hr 3939 would allow an affirmative defense of medical marijuana at the federal level +++ a giant step towards standardized green flag compliance. In 420 glossary, 420 paperwork consultants legal zoom for ...

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“Truth” Update: New Bi-Partisan Co-sponsors

2009-11-04T19:00:00Z

The “Truth in Trials” Act has new bi-partisan support, including backing from two members who serve on the committee with jurisdiction over HR 3939. House Judiciary Committee Chairman John Conyers (D-MI/14) and US Representatives ...

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Truth in Trials Act | House of Bills

2009-11-03T19:00:00Z

Any property seized in connection with a marijuana prosecution will not be destroyed if the Attorney General is notified the defense will be presenting the affirmative for medical marijuana use. H.R. 3939 was referred to the Committee ...

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ASA November 09 Activist Newsletter - 420 Magazine

2009-11-02T19:00:00Z

The "Truth in Trials" Act, H. R. 3939, would end this injustice by ensuring that federal defendants could present evidence showing that they were following state law. Introduced by U. S. Representative Sam Farr, this important ...

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Drug War Chronicle, Issue #606 -- 10/30/09 | Gather

2009-10-31T20:00:00Z

(http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/query/z?c111:H.R.3939:) would create a level playing field for such defendants. "This is a common sense bill that will help stop the waste of law enforcement and judicial resources that have been spent ...

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Marijuana Decriminalization is definitely on a roll, just not too ...

2009-10-28T20:00:00Z

On the heels of that announcement, several members of Congress introduced HR 3939, the Truth in Trials Act. The bill would provide an affirmative defense against federal prosecution for the medical use of marijuana in accordance with ...

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tradingmarkets.com: sam farr (D-CA 17th) introduces medical ...

2009-10-28T20:00:00Z

The Truth in Trials Act, HR 3939, would mean defendants could be found not guilty if they're found to have followed state medical marijuana laws. Currently, medical marijuana patients, along with growers and distributors, ...

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Marijuana Decriminalization – On a Roll?

2009-10-28T20:00:00Z

On the heels of that announcement, several members of Congress introduced HR 3939, the Truth in Trials Act. The bill would to provide an affirmative defense against federal prosecution for the medical use of marijuana in accordance with ...

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Medical Marijuana: "Truth in Trials" Bill Reintroduced, Would ...

2009-10-28T20:00:00Z

The Truth in Trials Act, H.R. 3939, would create a level playing field for such defendants. http://stopthedrugwar.org/files/samfarr.jpg. Sam Farr. "This is a common sense bill that will help stop the waste of law enforcement and ...

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Marijuana Decriminalization is definitely on a roll, just not too ...

2009-10-28T20:00:00Z

On the heels of that announcement, several members of Congress introduced H.R. 3939, the Truth in Trials Act. The bill would provide an affirmative defense against federal prosecution for the medical use of marijuana in accordance with ...

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Bob Egelko: Feds vs. state pot war down the road? - San Francisco ...

2009-10-27T20:00:00Z

Bob Egelko: Feds vs. state pot war down the road? San Francisco Chronicle (blog) ... that recognize the medical use of cannabis. A bill introduced Tuesday by Rep. Sam Farr, D-Monterey, would change that. Farr's HR 3939 wouldn't legalize ...

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Bob Egelko: Feds vs. state pot war down the road? - San Francisco ...

2009-10-27T20:00:00Z

that recognize the medical use of cannabis. A bill introduced Tuesday by Rep. Sam Farr, D-Monterey, would change that. Farr's HR 3939 wouldn't legalize ... Medical marijuana use to incur less federal prosecutionAmerican Medical News ...

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Truth in Trials Act | Karuk News

2009-10-27T20:00:00Z

Today, Congressman Sam Farr introduced the “Truth in Trials” Act, H.R. 3939. This bill would enable law-abiding citizens facing federal marijuana related charges to introduce evidence at trial showing that they were in compliance with ...

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Bob Egelko: Feds vs. state pot war down the road? - San Francisco ...

2009-10-27T20:00:00Z

Congressman Farr introduces medical marijuana legislation

2009-10-27T20:00:00Z

introduced the Truth In Trials Act of 2009 today (HR 3939), a bill that would give medical marijuana patients and providers the ability to argue in [...] Related posts: Barney Frank introduces medical marijuana legislation; More Here. ...

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Let's Pass HR 3939, the “Truth in Trials” Act!

2009-10-27T20:00:00Z

Last week the Department of Justice issued new guidelines to US Attorneys concerning investigations and prosecutions in states that have authorized the use of (cannabis|marijuana|bud) for therapeutic purposes. ...

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Runaway Productions & IRS Code Section 181 – Deduction for ...

2009-10-27T20:00:00Z

Diane Watson announced her introduction of H.R.3939 which would extend expensing provisions for qualifying film and television productions. H.R. 3939 requests an extension of IRS Code Section 181 until 2011. ...

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Let's Pass HR 3939, the “Truth in Trials” Act!

2009-10-26T20:00:00Z

Last week the Department of Justice issued new guidelines to US.

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Congressman Farr introduces medical marijuana legislation — MPP Blog

2009-10-26T20:00:00Z

introduced the Truth In Trials Act of 2009 today (H.R. 3939), a bill that would give medical marijuana patients and providers the ability to argue in federal court that their actions were legal under state law. ...

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Americans For Safe Access Newsletter: A New Bill in Congress!

2009-10-26T20:00:00Z

Today, Congressman Sam Farr introduced the “Truth in Trials” Act, HR 3939. This bill would enable law-abiding citizens facing federal marijuana related charges to introduce evidence at trial showing that they were in compliance with ...

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On What the "Truth in Trials Act" Means to Me

2009-10-26T20:00:00Z

The "Truth in Trials Act" (HR 3939) means people like Charles C. Lynch will get a fair trial and patients will have safe access to medical cannabis from providers like Charlie. I appreciate all of ASA work with Congressman Sam Farr on ...

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Congressman Farr introduces medical marijuana legislation ...

2009-10-26T20:00:00Z

Congressman Sam Farr (D-Calif.) introduced the Truth In Trials Act of 2009 today (HR 3939), a bill that would give medical marijuana patients and.

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Medical Marijuana: A New Bill in Congress! | Stop the Drug War ...

2009-10-26T20:00:00Z

Today, Congressman Sam Farr introduced the "Truth in Trials" Act, H.R. 3939. This bill would enable law-abiding citizens facing federal marijuana related charges to introduce evidence at trial showing that they were in compliance with ...

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Yes, We Cannabis!: H.R. 3939, the "Truth in Trials" Act

2009-10-26T20:00:00Z

Congressman Sam Farr introduced the "Truth in Trials" Act, H.R. 3939. This bill would enable law-abiding citizens facing federal marijuana related charges to introduce evidence at trial showing that they were in compliance with state ...

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Medical Cannabis: Voices from the Frontlines » Blog Archive ...

2009-10-26T20:00:00Z

Let's Pass H.R. 3939, the “Truth in Trials” Act! October 27th, 2009. Posted by Caren Woodson. Last week the Department of Justice issued new guidelines to U.S. Attorneys concerning investigations and prosecutions in states that have ...

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H.R.3939: Truth in Trials Act - U.S. Congress - OpenCongress

2009-10-25T20:00:00Z

Official government data, breaking news and blog coverage, public comments and user community for HR3939 Truth in Trials Act.

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H.R. 3939: Truth in Trials Act (GovTrack.us)

2009-10-25T20:00:00Z

A bill in the US Congress: To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide an affirmative defense for the medical use of marijuana in accordance with the laws of the various States, and for other purpose.

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H.R.3939: Truth in Trials Act - U.S. Congress - OpenCongress

2009-10-25T01:00:00Z

Official government data, breaking news and blog coverage, public comments and user community for H.R.3939 Truth in Trials Act.

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