Conant v. Walters
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Summary

In this 2002 case, the Ninth Circuit held physicians have First Amendment rights to discuss or recommend medical marijuana to qualified patients without federal interference.

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Conant v. Walters

Keywords Medical marijuana; Ninth Circuit; First Amendment; physicians; patient rights; medical recommendations; federal interference; 2002 case; marijuana law; cannabis
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The Ninth Circuit's 2002 Decision on Physician First Amendment Rights Regarding Medical Marijuana

The Ninth Circuit's 2002 ruling established that physicians possess First Amendment protections, safeguarding their ability to engage in discussions or offer recommendations concerning medical marijuana to eligible patients without unwarranted federal intervention.

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The Ninth Circuit's 2002 Ruling on Physician Speech

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals' 2002 decision established that physicians possess First Amendment rights protecting their ability to advise and recommend medical marijuana to eligible patients. This right, the court held, cannot be infringed upon by federal authorities.

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The Ninth Circuit's 2002 Ruling on Physician Recommendations for Medical Marijuana

A 2002 decision by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals established that doctors possess First Amendment rights. These rights protect their ability to talk with and advise patients about medical marijuana, even if federal law prohibits marijuana use. The court determined that the government couldn't interfere with this doctor-patient communication.

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The Doctor's Right to Talk About Medical Marijuana

In 2002, a court decided that doctors have the right to talk to their patients about medical marijuana. The court said the government can't stop doctors from recommending it to people who need it for medical reasons. This is because doctors have a right to free speech, just like everyone else.

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309 F.3d 629 (9th Cir. 2002)

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