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Guam Legalizes Medical Cannabis

November 4, 2014November 4, 2014 by Anthony Martinelli

Voters in Guam have approved an initiative to legalize medical cannabis. With results tallied in 56 of Guam’s 58 precinct, the proposal is leading with 56% of the vote, indicating that victory is a certainty.

The initiative explicitly legalizes the medical use of cannabis for those who receive a recommendation from a physician. Specific details, such as how much a patient can possess or cultivate, is as of yet undetermined. The Department of Health and Public Services will be tasked with determining rules and regulations.

Vote on Medical Cannabis Given Go-Ahead in Guam After Federal Judge Dismisses Challenge

October 20, 2014 by Anthony Martinelli

U.S. District Court of Guam Chief Judge Frances Tydingco-Gatewood has dismissed a lawsuit challenging next month’s vote on the legalization of medical cannabis, officially giving the go-ahead for the vote to take place. According to Tydingco-Gatewood, the individual who brought forth the case – attorney Howard Trapp – has no legal standing.

Trapp sued the Guam Election Commission last month, challenging the government’s ability to put the legalization of medical cannabis to a vote due to “legislative submission.” In the order released yesterday, Tydingco-Gatewood says Trapp failed to demonstrate that his complaint is “distinguishable from the general interest of every citizen of Guam.”