The Dispensary operated for almost one year without any major problems or complaints to the owner. On March 29, 2007 the Local Sheriff and DEA agents raided the Dispensary and Home of Charles Lynch. Lynch was not arrested at the time and reopened the dispensary on April 7 2007 with the blessing of the City of Morro Bay. A week after reopening the dispensary the DEA called the Landlord and threatened him with Forfeiture of his property unless he evicted the Dispensary from the building. On May 16, 2007 the Dispensary closed permanently.
On July 17, 2007 Lynch was arrested at his home and charged with Federal Marijuana Distribution. Now Lynch faces federal Prosecution for operating the Dispensary. His trial is
scheduled to begin on July 22, 2008 in Los Angeles. Click here for more information.
On August 5, 2008 Lynch was convicted in Federal Court for operating the Central Coast Compassionate Caregivers. On November 4, 2008 Charles will appear before Judge Wu to request a new trial on the grounds that he was not allowed to get his defense before the jury. On November 24, 2008 Charles will be sentenced in Federal Court and will most likely appeal the conviction and sentencing. Charles is currently out on a $400,000 bail posted by his loving and trusting family.
A Rally of support for Charles Lynch and other patients and providers will occur before the Federal Court house on Monday October 6 at 11am. Supporters and media are encouraged to attend. Click here for pictures of signs made for the Rally.
Supporters
who wish to write a letter of support regarding sentencing
should use the Letter salutation "Dear Judge Wu" and then send
the letter to:
Reuven Cohen
Federal Public Defender
321 East 2nd Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012-4702
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