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UK: Cannabis cafe boss is freed
Manchester Evening News
Friday 17 May 2002 CANNABIS cafe owner Colin Davies was released on bail this afternoon amid scenes of celebrations by campaigners. The campaigner had been behind bars since November awaiting trial for charges on importing and possession of cannabis. More than 50 supporters cheered as Mr Davies came out of Minshull Street Crown Court. His first act was to light a hand-rolled cigarette on the courthouse steps as he waved to the waiting crowd. Stringent conditions have been attached to his bail, including a ban on participating in or giving interviews about his case and his campaign to have cannabis legalised. But he was able to say to the MEN: "It is great to be out. The first thing I want to do is to see my children and have an egg and bacon sandwich. I want to say a big hello to everyone at K wing at Strangeways. "Strangeways is the Cinderella of this government. The conditions are awful but the wardens work hard and try their best.'' Mr Davies is also banned from entering Stockport Metropolitan area or the Dutch Experience - his Amsterdam-style "coffee shop.'' One of his supporters said: "Colin is a great guy. He has never hurt anyone and it's a disgrace he has been kept in prison for so long when he has been convicted of nothing." "We all want Colin to know that we are still behind him one hundred per cent.'' The trial of Mr Davies is due to begin on June 24. His solicitor Chris Hinett said: "Colin is delighted to be out and is looking forward to the commencement of the trial.''
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