Medical Marijuana Colorado

Due to the vague and cryptic nature of Colorado medical marijuana law, more growers and dispensaries are feeling the backlash from the DEA. Recently, a grower in Highlands Ranch was arrested by federal agents while his entire inventory was confiscated. What is most disturbing about this situation is the grower believed he was in compliance with state law. Regrettably, federal law supersedes state law, thus making the grower of Colorado cannabis a felon in the eyes of the DEA. This could potentially open the doors for more confiscation and firm restriction via federal lawmakers. Unfortunately, Colorado medicinal marijuana laws have been ambiguous at best from the beginning. It is becoming painfully evident that clearly defined laws and guidelines must be in place before more people who believe they are compliant end up in federal prison. Blame lies in all areas of the industry, from vague law to overzealous proprietors. Until firm and acceptable guidelines are in place, similar situations will plague the industry, causing more skepticism and fear among the public and government officials.