This means that Article IV, Section 1 ensures that states respect and honor the state laws and court orders of other states, even when their own laws are different. It is also known as the reciprocity clause.
More than 25 years ago, California passed Proposition 215 , or the Compassionate Use Act of 1996 , which permits the use of medical cannabis This law (11362.5 of the Health and Safety Code) ensures that primary caregivers and their patients who obtain and use marijuana for medical purposes upon the recommendation of a physician are not subject to criminal prosecution. We encourage you to check with your own state for local regulations which vary by area; but do not fear criminal penalties for using these products in a medically approved manner!
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