I'm writing this petition with a deep sense of urgency and personal commitment. I am fighting cancer, a battle that is physically and emotionally draining. Like many others in North Carolina, I turned to medical marijuana as a natural alternative to manage my symptoms and improve my quality of life. However, to my dismay, I am facing the possibility of jail time simply for being a licensed medical marijuana patient. This is not just unfair, but it is a violation of basic human rights.

As a devoted parent and diligent worker, I am not a criminal. The very reason I obtained a medical marijuana license was to legally manage my health condition without resorting to addictive narcotics. This is not just a personal issue; it impacts many individuals across North Carolina who use medical marijuana legally and responsibly.

The conflict between state and federal laws puts patients like me in an unjust position, criminalizing us for making responsible health choices recommended by medical professionals. It's time for North Carolina and other states to protect medical marijuana patients and ensure we are not treated as criminals for following our doctor's advice.

According to data from the American Civil Liberties Union, over 600,000 Americans are arrested every year for marijuana possession, despite the growing acceptance and legalization of medical marijuana in several states. Criminalizing patients for legally using medical marijuana only exacerbates the struggles of dealing with chronic and debilitating illnesses.

We need to urge lawmakers to recognize the legitimacy and necessity of medical marijuana. It is imperative that the legal framework in North Carolina aligns with modern medical understanding and the needs of its citizens. We call on the North Carolina Legislature to end the unjust legal action against medical marijuana patients. It is time to reform the law to protect those who are suffering and ensure we are treated with dignity and respect.

Your support is crucial. By signing this petition, you help in sending a strong message to our lawmakers that medical marijuana patients should not be criminalized, but instead supported in their journey towards healing with dignity. Please sign this petition to bring about necessary change. Together, we can make a difference for patients who use medical marijuana responsibly.