> wrote in message ...
> Damsel in dis Dress > wrote:
>
>> We're calling the doctor tomorrow and I'll ask him about this. Ever
>> since going on the heavy-duty narcotics, he hasn't had an appetite, and
>> hasn't been able to keep anything down when he does try to eat. I'll
>> report back tomorrow.
>
> I'm wishing you and Crash a lot of luck.
>
> For the appetite thing, you don't happen to be in
> California do you? This is one of the legitmate uses
> for canabis, enabling people to eat who otherwise
> can't because of narcotic induced nausea. Seriously.
> Legal in Cali, and possibly a couple other states,
> though the feds seem to disagree and I haven't kept
> up on who has won the latest court battles.
>
> Bill Ranck
> Blacksburg, Va.

That portion of California law has yet to be fully adjudicated and IIRC requires
a doctors prescription. See below:


http://www.canorml.org/laws/calmjlaws.html


Possession of marijuana is a misdemeanor under California Health and Safety Code
Section 11357. Possession of one ounce (28.5 gms) or less is punishable by a
maximum $100 fine. Jail time is possible for larger amounts or for hashish,
which is an optional felony ("wobbler"). However, under Prop 36, effective July
1, 2001, first- and second- time possession-only offenders may demand a
treatment program instead of jail. Upon successful completion of the program,
their conviction is erased. Possession (and personal use cultivation) offenders
can also avoid conviction by making a preguilty plea under Penal Code 1000, in
which case their charges are dismissed upon successful completion of a diversion
program. Possession offenses are expunged from the record after two years under
Health and Safety Code Sections 11361.5 and 11361.7.

Possession of one ounce or less in a vehicle while driving may also be charged
under Vehicle Code 23222, which is treated identically to HSC 11357 B.

Medical marijuana: Medical patients and their designated primary caregivers may
legally possess and cultivate, but not distribute or sell, marijuana under
Health and Safety Code 11362.5 (Prop 215) if they have a physician's
recommendation or approval.