Legalise Cannabis Victoria: Let Patients Drive Campaign

Legalise Cannabis Victoria has initiated the ‘Let Patients Drive’ campaign, advocating for equitable driving laws for medicinal cannabis patients. The campaign aims to address the current legal framework that affects patients using cannabis for medical purposes.

The Call for Law Reform

Members of the Legalise Cannabis Victoria party recently engaged in a dialogue with 9 News to highlight the necessity for reforming driving laws that impact patients who rely on medicinal cannabis. They argue that the existing regulations are unfair and hinder patients’ ability to maintain their independence and quality of life.

Key Points Discussed

  • Current Legal Challenges Exist: Patients using medicinal cannabis face legal risks when driving, despite not being impaired.
  • Impact on Patients: The laws limit patients’ freedom and can negatively affect their daily activities, livelihoods, and mental well-being.
  • Advocacy for Change: The campaign calls for a legal distinction between recreational and medicinal cannabis use, ensuring that patients are not penalized for their medically prescribed treatments.

Watch the Interview

To gain a deeper understanding of the campaign and its objectives, you can watch the interview with Channel 9 News below. The video provides insights from party members and patients themselves, illustrating the urgent need for legislative change.

Learn More

For more detailed information about the campaign and how you can support this cause, please visit Let Patients Drive.

Date of Announcement: Monday, 8th of July, 2024

> Medicinal Cannabis Driving Reform – Rachel Payne
> Road Safety Amendment (Medicinal Cannabis) Bill (2023)
> Being well or being allowed to drive? That shouldn’t be a choice
> Debate Resumed & Adjournment by Rachel Payne MP
> No driving trial, but plenty of sniffer dogs – Allan Government continues to fail patients this Medicinal Cannabis Awareness Week
> Premier keeps prescribed medicinal cannabis patients from driving, by kicking ‘research’ can down the road

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