DUI's and Medical Marijuana in Oklahoma
It is important to know your rights and retain an Oklahoma DUI Defense Attorney if you or a loved one is charged with DUI Drugs in Oklahoma. The following are a number of issues to keep in mind related to DUI Drugs or DUI marijuana in Oklahoma.
Important Issues to Consider with DUI and Marijuana
1) Possession of marijuana is illegal under federal law
Oklahoma is far from the first state to legalize some form of medical marijuana or recreational marijuana use; however, be that as it may, the federal government has not legalized it. The federal government has not legalized marijuana or cannabis in any format at this time. You would be well advised to not possess medical marijuana in Oklahoma on federal land: Tinker Air Force Base, Fort Sill, Vance Air Force Base, National Parks, etc.
2) It is illegal to carry a firearm, while under the influence of marijuana.
Under Oklahoma law and federal law you carry a firearm if you are under the influence of marijuana. Additionally, you cannot purchase a firearm if you are a user of marijuana.
3) You can get a DUI based on medical marijuana in Oklahoma
Any presence of marijuana in your system is presumptive proof that you are under the influence of marijuana or guilty of DUI Drugs. This is true if you only have marijuana metabolites in your system. This is a law our firm disagrees with and fights for our clients. It is non-sensical to claim someone was driving under the influence of marijuana based on metabolites alone, if it can stay in your system for a month.
4) It is illegal to possess marijuana, if you do not have a medical marijuana card
Possession of marijuana in Oklahoma without a legal medical marijuana card is a criminal offense that carries jail time. State Question 788 states possession of marijuana carries a fine of $400, but no jail time, if a medical condition is stated as the base for possession. Otherwise, it carries up to a year in jail and up to a $1000 fine.
Representation for DUI Drugs or Marijuana Charges
The consequences of being convicted for possession of marijuana or DUI Drugs based on marijuana can be harsh and long lasting: loss of your license, insurance increase, student aid, costs, and your freedom.
You need an experienced criminal defense attorney in Oklahoma, if you or a loved one has been charged or arrested for DUI or marijuana charges in Oklahoma. Contact Cannon & Associates today if you have been charged with DUI Drugs or possession of marijuana. Cannon & Associates has an outstanding record of reaching the best possible outcome for hundreds of clients accused of the wide variety of criminal charges in Oklahoma, including DUI marijuana; evidenced by John receiving the highest possible AVVO rating – 10 (superb) and being identified as a Super Lawyer in Oklahoma. Call our office at (405) 657-2323 for a free confidential consultation and case evaluation.