Posted on 12/30/2019 3:39:07 PM PST by Libloather
CHICAGO (WLS) -- In Chicago, Paul Stewart has been given the job of cannabis coordinator and he spoke exclusively with ABC7 Eyewitness News to lay out the do's and don'ts of legal weed.
All 11 of Chicago's medical marijuana dispensaries will add recreational sales starting on January 1, 2020. Most are located on the city's North Side. For now, the 11 dispensaries are the only Chicago retail stores where people can buy pot legally.
Lines are expected on New Year's Day, and there's a very real possibility of a supply shortage.
"As it related to larger shortages, if that occurs we will work closely with the state and operators ensure minimal impact here in the city," Stewart said.
Medical marijuana patients will always have priority, to ensure any shortages don't prevent them from getting the medication they need.
Stewart said the biggest challenge for the city is to educate residents about the do's and don'ts of marijuana consumption.
"You can only consume cannabis in private locations," he explained. "You cannot consume cannabis on the public way, on streets or sidewalks, or public parks." Police will enforce the law if you are caught in public smoking pot. Expect a $50 fine for the first offense, and $100 for the second.
(Excerpt) Read more at abc7chicago.com ...
It’s easy to figure the general situation out by looking at the map and considering the big picture.
MAP OF MARIJUANA LEGALITY BY STATE
https://disa.com/map-of-marijuana-legality-by-state
Which states do you want our whole country to be like tomorrow?
Don’t: Smoke it within noseshot of me
Alaska.
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