Last updated on: 8/27/2007 | Author: ProCon.org

California National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (CalNORML) Biography

Position:
Pro to the question "Should Marijuana Be a Medical Option?"
Reasoning:

“California NORML’s Legislative Goals: Implement Prop. 215’s goal of a system of ‘safe and affordable distribution’ of medical marijuana.”

Feb. 2003
Theoretical Expertise Ranking:
  Organizations/VIPs/Others
Individuals and organizations that do not fit into the other star categories.
Description:

We are the only state organization devoted specifically to marijuana reform. We publish a newsletter, lobby lawmakers, sponsor events, offer legal, educational, and consumer health advice, and sponsor scientific research. We maintain a separate membership and financial base from national NORML.

“CalNORML Mission,” CalNORML website (accessed Aug. 21, 2007)
Mission:

California NORML is a non-profit, membership organization dedicated to reforming California’s marijuana laws. Our mission is to establish the right of adults to use cannabis legally.

“CalNORML Mission,” CalNORML website (accessed Aug. 21, 2007)
Other:
Nonprofit
Quoted in:
  1. What Are the Non-Smoked Ways to Use Marijuana Medically?