Quote Originally Posted by HighPopalorum
Oh no offense taken in the least. This is the internet, after all, and it's fine to start shit. That's almost the entire reason I post here.

I feel like I have to repeat myself again, though: I'm sensitive to individual circumstances, and I know that not all felonies are equally serious. I think an exemption for people whose felonies stem from cultivation is reasonable.

HOWEVER...

This is a case where the interests of patients and of businesses are opposed. There is no argument I've yet heard that has convinced me that, as a patient, I would be better served if felons are allowed to act as dispensary owners, employees or caregivers. A lot of very sensitive information moves through dispensaries like social security numbers and medical records. I would feel better knowing that the smiling bearded guy who just ran my credit card doesn't have seventeen convictions for identity theft. Patients need to be able to trust their health providers, especially if the patient is disabled in a way that makes them easy to take advantage of. I think a blanket prohibition (with aforementioned exemption) of all felonies for all people who are in contact with patients is a good idea. If it comes to a choice between all felons or none.... sorry milehighmediman and GratefulMeds.
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