Law enforcement in Peabody recently arrested two men and seized illegal marijuana products. Photos posted on the department’s Facebook page later revealed boxes full of marijuana-laced Wonka bars, Nerds Ropes, and other candy. The candy is believed to have a street value of $1.2 million. The two men were arrested after neighbors assisted in the investigation. Following the arrest, Peabody law enforcement commented that the illegal drug black market in the state is still viable.
The bust comes as police departments nationwide have warned parents to be “vigilant” about their children’s Halloween candy. Police in Pennsylvania earlier this month seized bags of Nerds Ropes containing THC.
In November 2016, voters in Massachusetts approved a ballot that put an end to marijuana prohibitions for adults who are 21 and older. While this law made it legal for an adult in the state to grow and possess Cannabis, there still complexities to these laws. The following will review some of the most important things to remember about Massachusetts marijuana law so you can avoid facing prosecution.
Marijuana Laws Must be Followed in Massachusetts
Some of the important regulations that you must remember to follow in Massachusetts regarding marijuana include:
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You must be 21 or older to purchase and use marijuana even though there are medical exceptions to this law.
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You need not be a resident of Massachusetts to purchase and use marijuana in the state. Instead, all that a person needs is a government ID.
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A person cannot use marijuana of any type on either federal or public land.
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A person is allowed to have up to one ounce of cannabis on them and no more than 10 ounces of marijuana in their home.
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A person can grow no more than six marijuana plants in their home. If two or more individuals reside in a home, they are allowed to grow up to 12 plants.
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If there is more than one ounce of marijuana in your home, it must be locked up so children and pets are kept safe.
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While transporting marijuana in a vehicle, the marijuana must be stored in a closed container in the trunk or a locked glove compartment.
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It is against the law to have an open container of marijuana in any form in the passenger area of a vehicle while on the road or in a location where it can be accessed by the public.
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Employers, landlords, and towns throughout Massachusetts are permitted to have their own policies concerning the use of marijuana.
Speak with an Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer
If you or a loved one has been charged with a violation of a marijuana violation in Massachusetts, you can end up facing serious consequences. Do not hesitate to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney like Edward R Molari in these situations.