Prop 215

Proposition 215, passed in California in 1996, legalized medical marijuana for patients with qualifying conditions, such as chronic illness or severe pain. It allows patients and their designated caregivers to possess and use marijuana for medical purposes with a doctor's recommendation. The measure also provides protections against arrest and prosecution for medical marijuana use, fostering a regulated framework for access. Essentially, Prop 215 acknowledges marijuana's potential therapeutic benefits, aiming to improve patient quality of life while setting guidelines to ensure responsible use within the state.