The Measure 91 marijuana legalization initiative approved by Oregon voters is now in effect. That means that people 21 and over can now legally possess up to eight ounces of weed at home and grow up to four plants. Public consumption remains illegal. But you won’t be able to go to the marijuana store just yet. Sales are currently set to begin next year, although there is a chance the legislature could act to move up that date. “Oregon still has more to do to ensure marijuana legalization is done properly; lawmakers and regulators are currently working to expunge the records of many non-violent marijuana offenders as well as develop proper regulations for taxes, concentrates, and labeling for consumer and child protection,” said former prosecutor IngeFryklund, an Oregon resident, and board member of LEAP.

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