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    Yes or no? Is weed legal?

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    Election Day is Tuesday, November 5, 2024, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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    Floridians are less than two weeks away from finding out if they can blow, blow and pass without the need for a medical card.

    After obtaining approval from Florida Supreme Court Earlier this year, voters will have the opportunity to vote for or against the legalization of recreational marijuana on Election Day, Tuesday, November 5, 2024, during the general election, otherwise known as Amendment 3.

    Here’s when you can vote for the amendment and what will happen if it succeeds.

    But first, what is marijuana? Also called weed, maryjane or kush

    Marijuana is a greenish-gray mixture of dried flowers of the Cannabis sativa or Cannabis indica plant, depending on the National Institute on Drug Use.

    The main psychoactive chemical found in marijuana, responsible for most of the intoxicating effects people seek, is delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. The chemical is found in the resin produced by the leaves and buds, primarily of the female cannabis plant.

    The plant also contains more than 500 other chemicals, including more than 100 compounds chemically related to THC, called cannabinoids.

    Is weed legal in Florida? Is marijuana illegal in Florida?

    Yes, marijuana is legal in Florida, but only in certain cases.

    Marijuana is only legal in Florida once a person has obtained a medical marijuana authorization as outlined in Chapter 381 of the Florida Statutes. This law also includes regulations regarding a user registry, caregiver possession, and treatment centers for the purchase of consumable marijuana.

    Medical marijuana was passed by Florida voters in 2016 by a vote of 71% to 29%.

    Get a Florida medical marijuana card is a three-step process involving a diagnosis from a qualified physician for certain medical conditions, registration in the Florida Medical Marijuana Use Registry, and requesting a registry ID.

    What is recreational marijuana? What does recreational weed mean?

    Recreational marijuana, or adult-use marijuana, is intended for adults 21 and older to use for pleasure rather than for health benefits. Merriam Webster states that recreational drugs are often “used without medical justification” for their effects.

    Experts also say that adult-use cannabis is used to make healthier lifestyle choices, such as improving mental health, a effective substitute for alcoholand can be used for spiritual practiceaccording to recent research.

    According to Good Rx, medical and recreational cannabis are the two categories of cannabis legalized by some American states.

    Will Florida legalize recreational marijuana?

    Maybe.

    Florida voters will see recreational marijuana on the ballot in Florida as a initiated a constitutional amendmentknown as Amendment 3, on Tuesday, November 5. Amendment 3 seeks to legalize recreational marijuana, allowing people 21 and older to consume up to 3 ounces and up to 5 grams of cannabis concentrate.

    He still needs a qualified majority, or 60% of the votes. Early voting for the 2024 general election began Monday, October 21 and ends Sunday, November 3 in some counties.

    Smart & Safe Florida sponsored Amendment 3.

    What does Amendment 3 mean? The Summary: Allows adults 21 years of age or older to possess, purchase, or use marijuana products and marijuana paraphernalia for non-medical personal consumption by smoking, ingesting, or otherwise; permits medical marijuana treatment centers and other state-licensed entities to acquire, cultivate, process, manufacture, sell, and distribute these products and accessories. Applies to Florida law; does not modify or immunize against violations of federal law. Establishes possession limits for personal use. Allows for consistent legislation. Defines terms. Provides the effective date.

    How soon could recreational marijuana become legal if Amendment 3, “Recreational Marijuana Amendment,” passes?

    Even if the amendment wins the November election, marijuana won’t instantly become legal in Florida.

    The process of enacting a successful referendum can take several months. Even if passed, the Florida Legislature must decide how to implement the law, including specific regulations regarding the amount of marijuana that can be purchased at one time, potency limits, marketing rules and any other concerns that may arise during the process.

    Which Florida newspapers support Amendment 3, on “recreational marijuana”?

    For the 2024 general election, the editorial boards of six Florida newspapers have offered recommendations — endorsements on how to vote — on most of the six Florida amendments on the ballot, including Amendment 3 , the “recreational marijuana” amendment.

    Contribute : Tyler VazquezFLORIDA TODAY

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