Medical Cannabis Measures Becomes Law in Mississippi

Medical Cannabis Measures Becomes Law in Mississippi

Mississippi House Bill 1231, a measure legalizing cannabis extracts for medical purposes, has been signed into law by the state’s governor.

Under the new law, which takes effect on July 1st (and is named after Harper Grace Durval, a 22-month-old girl who has Dravet syndrome, a severe form of epilepsy), the possession of low-THC cannabis extracts such as cannabis oil and tincture will be legal for those who receive a recommendation from a physician. The University of Mississippi Medical Center would be authorized to dispense the medicine.

Mississippi marks the 7th state (plus the District of Columbia) in roughly a month that has either legalized some form of medical cannabis, or has decriminalized cannabis possession.

– TheJointBlog