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AL SB174
Bill
AI Summary
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Establishes "Carly's Law" to allow possession and use of cannabidiol (CBD) with THC content not exceeding 3 percent when prescribed by the University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Neurology for debilitating epileptic conditions.
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Provides affirmative and complete defense to marijuana possession charges when defendant has a debilitating epileptic condition and uses CBD pursuant to a UAB Department prescription.
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Extends the defense to parents or caretakers possessing CBD on behalf of a prescribed individual with a debilitating epileptic condition, when possession is solely for the prescribed person's use.
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Grants UAB Department of Neurology exclusive authority to prescribe CBD and conduct research and development studies on medical uses and benefits of CBD for epileptic conditions, with complete immunity from marijuana-related prosecution.
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Prohibits state agencies and law enforcement from initiating child removal proceedings based solely on authorized CBD possession or use; act terminates after five years.
Legislative Description
Marijuana, Carly's law, unlawful possession of, affirmative defense for possession for use to treat a person with an epileptic condition under certain conditions, research and development study by and prescription provided by University of Alabama-Birmingham, Department of Neurology
Marijuana
Last Action
Assigned Act No. 2014-277.
3/20/2014