Are there any restrictions on the use of medical marijuana while operating a vehicle?

In California, it is illegal to operate a vehicle while under the influence of marijuana, medical or otherwise. According to California Vehicle Code 23222(b), it is illegal to have an “open container” of any marijuana product – even if it is prescribed for medicinal purposes. This means that it is not legally permissible to operate a vehicle while in the possession of any open marijuana products or materials, regardless of the circumstances. Likewise, any marijuana products must be stored in their original containers and placed in an area of the vehicle not immediately accessible to any occupants, such as the trunk. In addition, while there is no minimum age requirement to be in possession of medical marijuana in California, there are still some other restrictions on the use of medical marijuana that apply when operating a motor vehicle. For example, it is illegal for minors (under 18 years old) to have any amount of marijuana in their system if they are driving a vehicle in the state of California. In summary, it is illegal to drive a vehicle while in the possession of any open medical marijuana products, and minors are prohibited from having even trace amounts of marijuana in their system while operating a motor vehicle. These restrictions are in place to help ensure the safety of everyone on the roads.

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