11-06-2013, 02:05 PM
Yesterday, 70% of voters in Portland, Maine voted to legalize recreational marijuana.
Medical marijuana is already legal in Maine, and the Portland referendum is seen as largely symbolic, as it does not override state or federal laws. But the passage could spark further efforts to legalize recreational marijuana in the state, as it was in Washington and Colorado in November 2012.
Under the new law, adult residents (21 and older) of Maine's largest city -- may possess up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana. The new measure does not permit the recreational purchase or sale of marijuana, nor does it permit its use in public spaces like parks.
Hoping to see this legalization trend continue.
Medical marijuana is already legal in Maine, and the Portland referendum is seen as largely symbolic, as it does not override state or federal laws. But the passage could spark further efforts to legalize recreational marijuana in the state, as it was in Washington and Colorado in November 2012.
Under the new law, adult residents (21 and older) of Maine's largest city -- may possess up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana. The new measure does not permit the recreational purchase or sale of marijuana, nor does it permit its use in public spaces like parks.
Hoping to see this legalization trend continue.