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I'm not sure if I should be replying to this thread or the other one, but what the heck does the fact that this kid have a MMJ license have to do with anything else in that story at all?

It's a lousy situation, and I don't support the first contact (assuming it was entirely just cuz of the kid's t-shirt)...but even considering the horrible lack of details I'm working with, it kinda looks like the kid started acting like an obnoxious punk when approached, and that's always only going to escalate things...which is what happened. I'm not surprised.

What I am, tho, is offended by the line, "Apparently being a card caring patient makes no difference to the Aurora police." It shouldn't make any difference to the Aurora police in this matter. Can you imagine how egregious it would be if they allowed someone to wear that shirt simply on the basis that they were a card holder...but if you're not a card holder, sorry, no pro-pot shirts for you. I'd be first in line to boycott the mall in that case.
The reason him being a patient was mentioned is because the police told him he was advocating something illegal. He mention, for him it was legal, since he had his card. The officer just made a snide remark.

Him being a card holder does not give him the right to wear the tee shirt, the First Amendment does and the Colorado supreme court upheld that in 1991. Also Miguel Lopez, marijuana activist, had similar experience at a Denver Mall. He was harassed because of his view.

Also this is really not about a kid but a 28 year old man, that works hard, pays taxex and votes. His rights were violated and if we let this stand what could be next. I am sure they would not be happy with anyone handing out pro marijuana pamphlets in the mall prior to the November vote in Aurora to decide if they will allow dispensaries.

We have the right, a mall is not private property. I am sorry that your were offended but how would you feel if you were taken to a polcie substation just because you refused to turn your shirt inside out. I am a patient as well, and this man's mother. He did not bring up his medical standing till the police questioned it's legality. He feels he is an activist not only standing up for his own rights but everyone elses.

I respect your opinion, and hope you will learn more about this as the story will unfold. This is not about medical marijuana but about the freedom to express your views in a public forum without creating disturbance.
Reenster Reviewed by Reenster on . Boycott the Aurora Mall If you have not yet looked at the thread regarding one of our members and the Aurora Mall I encourage you to do so. http://boards.cannabis.com/colorado-co/185266-draconia-tactics-aurora-mall.html I'm looking for a few people who would like to help me organize a boycott of the mall until a formal apology to Jake (member involved) from the mall and the police stationed there has been given in a public manner, press conference style. I would really appreciate someone with experience doing Rating: 5