How Marijuana can get you arrested in Ohio even after its legalization
There are a few ways marijuana can still get you arrested in Ohio even after its legalization.
According to WKBN, although marijuana can be grown for personal use and possessed, there are the limitations:
- You may not possess more than 2.5 ounces (approximately 70 grams) of marijuana in any form except extract (concentrates)
- For extract, you may only possess 15 grams
- You cannot give another person more than those limits without being a licensed business
- You are not allowed operate a vehicle, motor vehicle, streetcar, trackless trolley, bike, watercraft or aircraft while under the influence of marijuana
- You can only grow up to six marijuana plants per adult in a household or a maximum of 12 plants if more than one adult is in the household
- The cultivation and growing of cannabis may only take place within a room, secured closet, greenhouse or an enclosed area in or on the grounds of a residence
- The area where you are cultivating or growing marijuana must be inaccessible to people under the age of 21 and must not visible from a public space like a sidewalk
- You may not give marijuana to an underage individual or help them obtain it
- You cannot use marijuana in bars or restaurants
Depending on the quantity, penalties for violations can range from misdemeanors to felonies depending on quantity, per WKBN.
Landlords may prohibit or restrict marijuana cultivation in a lease agreement, according to the outlet.
Parents cannot allow any underage individuals to use marijuana in their car or anywhere under their ownership or lease, per WKBN.
According to the station, the Department of Commerce issued reminders to owners that if they allow customers to use marijuana in their restaurants or bars, they are subject to administrative citations, which include fines and the possible loss of their license.
Ohio towns are currently in the process of putting limitations on dispensaries. The Division of Cannabis Control (DCC) is actively involving in created rules around recreational marijuana.
