There is No Right to Medical Marijuana in Jail
Medical marijuana is illegal in jail
As of April 2023, 38 states allow the use of medical marijuana in the free community. However, on the federal level, marijuana is still an illegal drug. As a result, jails cannot allow marijuana in jail because it violates federal law.
If someone comes into jail with a legal prescription for medical marijuana, it cannot be honored. It should be communicated to the practitioner, who may prescribe a substitute medication on a patient-specific basis. Medical marijuana is illegal in jail.
Marijuana Use + Uncontrolled Vomiting or Psychosis = Hospital
The use of high-potency cannabis products may cause uncontrolled vomiting or psychosis. Psychosis is when an individual loses contact with reality. They may have difficulty recognizing what is real and what is not. This may include delusions or hallucinations. If a detainee is experiencing any of these symptoms, they should be sent to the hospital for evaluation and treatment. If a detainee uses marijuana and experiences uncontrolled vomiting or psychosis, send them to the hospital.
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Disclaimer
All materials have been prepared for general information purposes only. The information presented should be treated as guidelines, not rules. The information presented is not intended to establish a standard of medical care and is not a substitute for common sense. The information presented is not legal advice, is not to be acted on as such, may not be current, and is subject to change without notice. Each situation should be addressed on a case-by-case basis. WHEN IN DOUBT, SEND THEM OUT. ®