Make sure those pipes are clean while traveling

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Sometimes a pipe really is just a pipe. And in Montel Williams ' case, that's a good thing.
A Milwaukee judge has dismissed a drug paraphernalia possession charge against the former talk-show host at the prosecutor's request after learning the pipe in question that was seized from him at Milwaukee's Airport tested negative for marijuana.
Williams, of course, is a card-carrying medical marijuana advocate, and has said the green stuff helps treat the chronic pain from his multiple sclerosis.

But that didn't stop TSA agents from confiscating his pipe from his carry-on at a security checkpoint last January, temporarily detaining him and then issuing him a $484 citation.
Williams, who was returning from the University of Wisconsin–Madison where he's been undergoing experimental treatments for his MS, kept his cool throughout, was described as being cooperative and paid the fine.
Thankfully before the case was set to go to trial in May, the D.A.'s Office decided to drop the matter for lack of evidence, since a field test failed to turn up any trace of ganja whatsoever.

They won't be returning his pipe, but he is getting his fine money back

Little victories...shame what we're reduced to at times.

 

[mean mr.mustard]

They only let us win the little battles.

 

[303hydro]

It's really ridiculous when they sell wooden pipes at some airports.

 

[EvilRaven1031]

This seems really silly to me. the entire nation knows that Montel is a card carrying MMJ supporter.

its kinds like them confiscating a pack of wraps off Tommy Chong.

 

[TruthOrLie]

wonder what would have happened if he tried this with a clean bong?

 

[supermanlives]

he can afford it

 

[EmperorGonzo]

I say let the guy do what he wants. A ex navy seal should be able to carry that.

 

[walt cunningham]

i wonder if he ships the stuff to the hotels before hand