Sibley vs. Obama and Holder -- The first volleys

The government has filed its first pleading in this suit -- an objection to the motion for preliminary injunction. In sum, that objection claims that I don't have standing and that if an injunction is entered preventing the government from enforcing the Controlled Substances Act in the District of Columbia to the extent it conflicts with the Congressionally-approved D.C. Medical Marijuana Act, it would prevent the: "DOJ from carrying out its law enforcement duties, could cripple its efforts across the country to enforce federal criminal laws and would have a much more profound effect on the public than the Plaintiff alleges.” (Defs. Opposition, p. 15). Gee, that was the whole idea!

My Reply to the Opposition more fully addresses the government's arguments. The ball is now in the judge's court but only he knows when he will rule.