[zebrasmoke]

hey all, its zebra. just reminding all who asked about my court date tomorrow in Pasadena, CA. back in april, i posted that the city wants to diagnose me, and as of now, they still refuse to dismiss, wanting me to disclose my MEDICAL RECORDS to the court so they can decide IF i am SICK enough to have a rec. so, three appearances later, it appears they are taking me to trial over approx. 5.5 grams. there are alot of details, more than i care to post, so feel free to PM me, and ill answer what i can. i will be at pasadena courthouse tomorrow at 8:00 am. dept. N. I'll be wearing a green dress shirt and black slacks, possibly a tie, definitely have a backpack, so please come and introduce yourself if you make it. court doesnt start till 9 am, but its good to be there early. i appreciate all the support so far, and hope to see a couple of WT's there. this is an interesting case cuz i have an ex- US Attorney General as a judge who refuses to adress the CUA, HIPPA, or any of the cases or motions i've brought up thus far. NO, I DONT HAVE A LAWYER. CANT AFFORD ONE. no public PRETENDER, either, cuz they insist i take the deal( 10 NA classes). I will NOT pay for a crime I DID NOT COMMIT. come show the CITY of PASADENA that patients have rights too!

you can google the info for the courthouse.
i know its on Walnut, in pasadena. dept N. July 29.

thank you all for the support and ill keep everyone else posted as to what happens next.

Z

[LOSERJR1]

Can't be there, but good luck with your case.

[surfduck420]

yes good luck don't give in the the d.a they know their wrong

I've got to decide between going to your court date or going to Lynch's to report the proceedings. What do you think?

[zebrasmoke]

Originally Posted by Herbalicious

I've got to decide between going to your court date or going to Lynch's to report the proceedings. What do you think?

personally, i'd love for someone with your energy to be at my side for support. but, to be completely honest, i feel i'm small fish compared to mr. Lynch. my worst case scenario is nothing compared to what that poor compassionate man is facing, and i truly feel he needs more help than i do. His battle could change everything, whereas mine will help patients locally. tough call, but we DO need a voice in federal court to keep us updated, an i dont know if farmers gonna make it to either, cuz hes hurting. my opinion is that you show Mr. lynch we as a community are behind him. and since i cant be there, i'd love to know what defense does with their witnesses tomorrow.

Ok, I'll got to federal court. I want to be by your side too but I feel it's important for me to be in Federal court.

[zebrasmoke]

thanks herb. il keep you posted on what happens tomorrow. you really are a true MMJ trooper!

Don't let that judge intimidate you. And wear the tie (it show respect).

[Giant]

Whats the update man??

[zebrasmoke]

sorry folks, lot goin on for me. my kids take priority, an i had them the last couple of days.
so...
went back, again, on tues. aned stood in front of the judge, again. i completely ignored the DA, since they only want my money anyway. again, the judge asked me for proof of my illness. again, i reaffirmed my HIPPA rights. as well as my constitutional rights. over and over and over again. apparently, at least in pasadena, the only thing that works is the "broken record" method. after arguing with the judge, yes i ARGUED with the judge, i got a couple of positive, if strange, responses. first i was told that i had satisfied the LAW AS ITS WRITTEN, but not to the judges own satisfaction, regarding my patient status. according to her, a recommendation is nothing more than a form letter given to all patients who see any "pot doctor". it does not mean i have a medical condition, it just means i can buy pot. hmmm. in her opinion, only a letter from my dr. stating the words" medical condition" would be accepted in any courtroom. also, i had to threaten the possibility of further legal action if she insisted on having me disclose my med records to DA BEFORE trial. do some research on your rights, and MMJ cases that are published, and you will be better equipped for court people. after repeatedly requesting an [I]in camera[I] proceeding, barring DA from hearing evidence before trial, she finally agreed that i DO have that right, and will honor it. The DA actually whined, yes he whined, to the judge about the dr.s assistant calling the city pros. office to complain about their treatment of patients. after 10 mins of arguing, politely, with the judge, she said what specific words i would need to have on my letter to dismiss the case in the intrest of "justice". and i quote: "this patient is being treated for a medical condition as authorized under the compassionate use act."

so folks the lesson learned here is if your rec does not haveTREATED FOR A MEDICAL CONDITION somewhere on it, it wont be recognized in the city of pasadena. alas, i had MC2, who will now be adressing this issue in their new recommendations. i have to go back SEPT 8 with my dr.s letter or i go on trial.
if you have any other questions about what she said, ask an ill do my best to answer them.

[evilstevo]

you are truly a freedom fighter. thank you!

[GDPlover]

Originally Posted by zebrasmoke

so folks the lesson learned here is if your rec does not haveTREATED FOR A MEDICAL CONDITION somewhere on it, it wont be recognized in the city of pasadena. alas, i had MC2, who will now be adressing this issue in their new recommendations. i have to go back SEPT 8 with my dr.s letter or i go on trial.

That is ridiculous man I cant believe the city of Pasadena and how they are making you suffer they need to dismiss your case already you are a innocent patient under prop 215 this shoudnt be happening to you. Hope all is well bro I would like to support you next time keep me updated.

[gopers]

Great job Zebra! You da man!

[Dr.Seuscio]

So if I read this right, aftef all this time energy and lost of work, For this case to come down to semantics as wording on a piece of paper. You don't need to disclose your "condition" all you need is another letter from your "pot doctor" that says you have a "medical condition" thats it?

Did I miss something?

Zebra- Bravo to youl... you are fighting a good fight and I personaly appreciate your insight into this bullshit thank you and I am sorry you ever had to begin to deal with this crap

-Dirt

[Justonevoice]

Right on,way to fight the fight Zebra