New Jersey Sees Substantial Reduction in Arrests for Small-Time Marijuana Dealing Following Recreational Use Legalization
New Jersey legalized recreational marijuana sales in April 2021. Over a year later, marijuana charges for selling little amounts have dropped dramatically - from 2,117 to 34, according to Politico, using state Judiciary data. According to the same statistics, the number of arrests for possession of one ounce to five pounds - which is more than the state law allows - fell from 1,492 to 556. Those caught selling less than an ounce of marijuana receive a written warning, but repeat offenders risk a fourth-degree misdemeanor.
D.C. Halts Inspections of Cannabis Gifting Stores for the Time Being
According to the DCist, Washington, D.C. officials will stop monitoring cannabis retailers this week. The inspections, announced last month, featured the Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration's Joint Cannabis Task Force, which is expected to begin after a 30-day grace period.
Even though recreational marijuana usage has been allowed in the state since 2014, the sale of cannabis is still legally illegal owing to a congressional restriction, which has led to firms "gifting" pot in exchange for expensive goods or services.
Campaign To Legalize Cannabis In Maryland Kicks Off
According to the Washington Post, Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (OTCQX:TCNNF) is supporting a campaign to legalize adult-use cannabis in Maryland, which began on Thursday. The proposal, scheduled to appear on the November ballot, would enable individuals to legally possess up to 1.5 ounces of cannabis. In addition, beginning July 1, 2023, the growing of two marijuana plants would also be authorized. The selling of cannabis, on the other hand, would be deemed a felony.
"Legalizing cannabis would boost Maryland's economy and create tens of thousands of good-paying jobs while also allowing Maryland residents to benefit from vital investments in education, public health, and public safety funded by cannabis taxes," said Eugene Monroe, the initiative's chairman, and former Baltimore Ravens offensive tackle.
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