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    Which Way, L.A.?

    Sentencing of Medical Marijuana Dispenser Postponed

    Medical marijuana was approved by the voters of California, but the Bush Administration prosecuted dealers under federal laws. The Obama Justice Department is taking a different view. What will that mean for the case of Charles Lynch , who was convicted in federal court but has not yet been sentenced?

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    By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

    Medical marijuana was approved by the voters of California, but the Bush Administration prosecuted dealers under federal laws. The Obama Justice Department is taking a different view. What will that mean for the case of Charles Lynch, who was convicted in federal court but has not yet been sentenced? Scott Glover covers the federal courts for the Los Angeles Times.

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Frances Anderton

      architecture critic and author

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      Christian Bordal

      Managing Producer, Greater LA

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      Scott Glover

      Los Angeles Times

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    2 of 3
    Will the Stimulus Spigot Be Turned On Soon?
    1. 0:00Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner and Bailout Backlash
    2. 0:00Sentencing of Medical Marijuana Dispenser PostponedYou’re reading this
    3. 0:00Will the Stimulus Spigot Be Turned On Soon?
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